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India’s First-Ever Hotel Art Fair: Embracing Culture at Taj Mahal Palace Hotel

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Introduction Hotel art fairs have been gaining traction worldwide, offering a unique platform for art enthusiasts to experience a fusion of culture and creativity. Now, an exciting announcement has emerged from the opulent premises of the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in New Delhi – India’s first-ever hotel art fair, ARTIX, is set to take place. […]

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Crafting Divinity: Pichwai Tradition and its Artistic and Devotional Resonance

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Revered Art of Pichwai Originating in Nathdwara, near Udaipur, Rajasthan, pichwai is a devotional custom where cloth is painted with revered images and hung behind the deity. This practice emerged in the 17th-century shrine of Nathdwara when an idol of Krishna was moved from Mathura during Aurangzeb’s reign. “Pichwai,” which translates to “that which hangs

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Purveyors of Indian History: The Portraits of Manchershaw F. Pithawalla

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Portraiture has a unique place in the history of art. By looking at who was portrayed, and how, one is able to gain insights into social, cultural, and political history. Despite the fact that portraiture has been an art form available to us since antiquity, the form really gained prominence during the Renaissance as a

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Mumbai’s Latest Art Gallery IKKO: Where Art and Design Converge in a Transformative Fusion

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INTRODUCTION the term “IKKO” emerges, emanating from the Punjabi word “Ek,” signifying “One.” This fusion of art and design embodies an artist’s vision through the lens of a designer, offering a unique platform for curated exhibits that transcend conventional boundaries. The brainchild of experts, designers, and architects spanning the nation, IKKO invites all to a

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Ms Laila Tyabji: Reviving and Reinventing Indian Handicrafts Through Dastkar initiative

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Ms Laila Tyabji is a designer, writer, and the founder and Chairperson of Dastkar, a Society for Craftspeople. She has been working in the craft and innovation sector since 1978. In 2012, she was awarded the “Padma Shri” for her extensive contributions to Indian handicrafts. Ms Laila is the second-ever recipient and the first Asian

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Exploring the Distinctive Threads: The Nuances of American and English Comics (Part-2)

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INTRODUCTION The world of comics is a captivating realm where artistic expression and storytelling converge to create vibrant narratives that captivate readers across the globe. Within this realm, two distinct traditions, American comics and English comics, stand as pillars of creativity and innovation. While they share the common medium of sequential art, these traditions exhibit

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A remarkable journey of Mr O.P. Jain: The founding father of Sanskriti Foundation and Museums

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Om Prakash Jain, born in 1929, is an Indian art curator, collector, patron, and philanthropist. He founded the Sanskriti Pratishthan (Sankriti Foundation) in 1979, widely regarded as one of the foremost organisations committed to cultural preservation and advancement of arts; as well as runs the Sanskriti Kendra Museums in Anandagram, Delhi. He was chairman of

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Journey of a Persian Prince: Freddie Mercury’s Indian Miniature Painting Unveiled by Sotheby’s London.

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Introduction In a remarkable exhibition-cum-sale by Sotheby’s auction house in London, over 1,400 lots of the treasured belongings of legendary British singer-songwriter Freddie Mercury have been unveiled. Among these items is a captivating Indian miniature painting dating back to the 16th century, known as the ‘Journey of a Persian Prince.’ This article explores the significance

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Resurgence of Devotion: How Did Neo-Vaishnavism Shape Assam’s Cultural Renaissance?

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Introduction India’s cultural and spiritual heritage is woven with threads of diverse traditions and profound philosophies that have evolved over centuries. Among these, Vaishnavism stands as evidence of the lasting power of devotion and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. Originating in ancient times, Vaishnavism’s roots delve deep into the religious landscape of India. Within this

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Dr. Jyotindra Jain: A Pioneering Scholar and visionary of Indian Art and Culture.

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Introduction:  Dr. Jyotindra Jain is a renowned Indian scholar, who has authored several articles, books and staged exhibitions on traditional Indian folk arts and cultures as well as popular visual cultures. His interest in Indian art and culture identified him as a potential and pioneering academic scholar. Dr. Jyotindra Jain, born on June 5th, 1943,

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