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10th June 2023. ON THIS DAY. “For us Fauvism was like an ordeal by fire…our paints became sticks of dynamite. They were supposed to explode with light” -André Derain André Derain, born on June 10, 1880, in Chatou, France, played a significant role in shaping the early-20th-century art movements of Fauvism and Cubism. Derain, together […]
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Smriti Malhotra Step into the world of Pieter Jansz Saenredam, a Dutch artist who had a remarkable talent for capturing the ethereal beauty of church interiors. Close your eyes for a moment and imagine being transported to the streets of Assendelft during the 17th century. The air is crisp, and the scent of oil paint
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Abhishek Dixit “I don’t create a fantasy world; I create a reality of fantasy.” Frank Lloyd Wright revolutionized American architecture throughout his impressive seven-decade-long career. An abundantly creative master of American architecture who was also a writer was born on June 8, 1867, in Wisconsin. The residential design in the United States during the 20th
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Smriti Malhotra Diego Velázquez (1599-1660) a Spanish painter who was born in Madrid, Spain, is widely regarded as one of the greatest artists of the Baroque period. He was a master of capturing realism and employing innovative techniques to create visually stunning and intellectually engaging artworks. Velázquez’s body of work spans a wide range of
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Vaishnavi Srivastava June 5th marks World Environment Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and encouraging action for the protection and preservation of our planet. As we reflect on the importance of environmental conservation, it is worth exploring the unique and thought-provoking realm of art and its relationship with nature. In particular, the artistic movement
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Pratiksha Shome On this day, a man for whom the term “Sadist” was coined, was born, marking his name in the world of Philosophy, surrealistic art and crime. Marquis de Sade, although a heinous criminal with multiple charges of rape, assault and sadistic pleasures, this guy managed to provocate both criminals and philosophers of the
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June 1, 2023. ON THIS DAY. Anne Boleyn, the second wife of King Henry VIII of England, left an indelible mark on history despite her short life. From the time she ascended to the throne on this date, June 1st, in 1533 until the time of her execution in 1536, Anne Boleyn made significant contributions
The Portraits of Anne Boleyn and Her Influence on the Arts. Read More »
As Madonna famously said, “I’m not Joan of Arc, not yet. I’m only human.” Joan of Arc is one such historical figure whose influence is not just limited to politics but also art and even pop culture. Little do we come across figures from such ancient past whose references and mentions are still relevant and
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Vaishnavi Srivastava 29th May 2023. ON THIS DAY. Edme Bouchardon, an acclaimed French sculptor, draughtsman, and medallist, was born on May 29, 1698. His works helped launch the Neoclassical movement’s opposition to the Rococo style. Bouchardon’s influence goes much beyond his sculptural accomplishments, despite the fact that he is frequently recognised as the most
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Iftikar Ahmed Georges Prosper Remi, known by the pen name Hergé was born Today. The man created one of his most endearing characters i.e., Tintin. In the early 1930s, Father Gosset a Catholic priest, who was living and working as the chaplain of Chinese students at the University of Leuven, intrigued by Georges Remi’s upcoming