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Nestled on the foothills of the Black Forest is Lahr, a small town in Germany near the French border. The Canada Ring designed and constructed by Heinrich Doll, Hans Walter Henrich and Klaus Humpert in 1962 testifies to the post-war recovery and cultural exchange between two great nations. The brutalist residential building is a circular […]
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Mumbai beyond its hustle and bustle is also home to a blend of architecture varying from Gothic, Victorian, Art Deco, Indo-Saracenic & Contemporary architectural styles. A fairly large number of structures and monuments remain from the colonial era dating back to the 18th and 19th Centuries. Also, the fact that Mumbai, after Miami, has the
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One figure who stands distinctively apart in the intricate tapestry of late 19th-century art is Osman Hamdi Bey, a scholar, painter, and cultural bridge between the Ottoman Empire and the Western art world. Born in 1842 to a prominent political family, Hamdi Bey’s journey was anything but ordinary. Osman Hamdi Bey’s Artistic Trajectory Initially studying
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Sacred, Sinister, or Simply Adorable: How Cats Became Art’s Most Enduring Muse As adorable as they are, cats have always inspired artists to create great art in various cultures. Across different ages, cats have always played an integral part in art history worldwide. The connection and fascination humans have had for their elegant poses and
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Abhishek Kumar Knowledge can be gained at any age. After having a detailed study on topics there are things unknown to us. So, we at Abirpothi present before you the lesser-known facts about artists around the world. Anthony Van Dyck Anthony Van Dyck was a Flemish Baroque artist who is best known for his portraits,
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Humans have been exploiting metals for more than 5000 years in the Indian subcontinent. A classic example is the bronze statuette of the ‘Dancing Girl’ found in Mohenjo Daro. It showcases the advanced metalworking skills of the era. Archaeologists have found evidence of iron objects from the Vedic period (1500–500 BCE), one of the reasons
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Fabergé eggs are a piece of art that is a testament to love, royalty, betrayal and tragedy. Designed by Peter Carl Fabergé, these eggs stand as the most exquisite examples of Russian royal jewelry Fabergé craftsmanship. It portrays fine craftsmanship, with intricate designs, hidden surprises and continues to captivate people since 1885. For Love, With
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The vibrant festival of Holi has inspired countless folk artists across India for centuries, each region interpreting the celebration through distinctive artistic traditions. These colorful expressions capture not just the festival’s visual spectacle, but its cultural significance and the stories that give it meaning. Sanjhi Art In Mathura and Vrindavan, the birthplace of Lord Krishna,
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Black artists’ contributions have weaved innovative, tenacious, and culturally rich threads throughout the histories of resistance, art, and culture. Their works transcend boundaries, honouring the unique histories of Black identity while speaking to the universal human experience—from the depths of suffering to the heights of success. Every artist’s tale, from pioneers who broke boundaries to
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History to Present: Design of The Indian Flag The National Flag of India, in its present form, was adopted on July 22, 1947. In its evolution, lies the different phases of the fight for independence and in its unfurling lies the story of India’s freedom. The evolution of the Indian Flag is a fascinating journey
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