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Why is No Dalit Artist on India’s Most Expensive Artists list?

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The Indian caste apparatus flourished inside the womb of various religions of the Indian subcontinent. Caste practices grow across many religions, like the Sayed-Ajlaf division in Islam; and Jats, Khatris, and Aroras in Sikhism. What is primary to note is that Caste, across all faiths, is a socio-economic practice that creates innate social divisions based […]

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Preserving the Past and Weaving A New Future: The Tale Guledgudda Khana Weave from Karnataka

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There is a video doing the rounds on Instagram wherein a lady dressed in a beautiful saree made out of Khun, Khann or Khanna cloth does a walkthrough of the cloth weavers district in Bagalkote district in Karnataka. This is a lesser known weaving tradition from Karnataka that needs to be promoted and spoken about

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Your Ultimate Guide to Bengal School of Art: Origin, Influence, Significance and Uniqueness

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The Bengal School of Art, also known as the Bengal School of Bengal Renaissance, was an influential art movement that emerged in the early 20th century in Bengal, a region in eastern India that includes present-day West Bengal and Bangladesh. This artistic movement played a significant role in revitalising Indian art and promoting a nationalistic

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The Legacy of Barbie: Its been 64 Years, How Is She Still Relevant?

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Named after the creator Ruth Handler’s daughter, Barbara Millicent “Barbie” Roberts was officially launched on 9th March 1959. The doll was originally based on somewhat of a sex toy- a German adult call girl doll named Bild Lilli. Handler created Barbie with the intention of making a fully-grown doll for kids after noticing her daughters

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Exploring the Artistic Brilliance of Lovis Corinth: Paintings, Drawings, and More

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Lovis Corinth, a prolific German artist, remains an enduring figure in art, renowned for his diverse and captivating creations. Corinth’s artistic repertoire knows no bounds, from paintings to etchings, drawings to self-portraits. In this article, we delve into the fascinating world of Lovis Corinth’s art, exploring his captivating paintings, intricate drawings, and masterful etchings that

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Is Attacking Art for Climate Action ‘Vandalism’? Experts Explain

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A controversial trend in Europe has drawn attention as activists shift their climate change tactics from traditional approaches like petition campaigns to more unorthodox methods, including attacking works of art in museums and galleries. While some view these actions as a legitimate form of protest to draw attention to climate issues, others criticise them as

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Artist Stuart Semple Releases the ‘Barbiest Pink’ Paint in Response to Mattel Trademark

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British artist Stuart Semple has stirred the art world once again with the release of his latest creation, “Pinkie” – a vibrant pink paint that he proudly dubs the “Barbiest pink.” This artistic creation comes as a response to the toy company Mattel’s registered trademark on their iconic signature colour, raising questions about the ownership

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Venus and Serena Williams Join Forces to Auction Never-Before-Seen Ernie Barnes Works for Charity

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Tennis legends Venus Williams and Serena Williams, along with their sister Isha Price, are set to make a significant impact in the art world and beyond. The trio has consigned four never-before-seen works by the iconic Black artist Ernie Barnes to a charity auction. These extraordinary pieces, consisting of two paintings and two drawings, will

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Monsoon Ragas in Painting: Megh Malhar through Miniature Paintings and Poetry of Kalidasa

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The realm of Indian Art and Literature is profusely amalgamated, interwoven and innately connected. The translation of poetries into paintings was a profound form of art associating words with their visuals. Around 200 BCE, Bharat Muni’s Natyashastra, a compilation of Music, Dance, and Drama literature, intrinsically characterizes emotions as Rasas. He enunciated them into eight

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Europe’s most expensive Painting: Why £85.3m for Klimt’s Lady with a Fan?

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Gustav Klimt, the renowned Austrian Symbolist painter, is celebrated for his opulent and gilded masterpieces that have become milestones in modern art history. However, it is a lesser-known work, “Dame mit Fächer” (Lady with a Fan), that has etched its name in art auction history as the most valuable painting ever sold at auction in

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