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Banksy stripped of 2 more trademarks; Mona Lisa replica sold for 10x expected price

A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends […]

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A master of Realism from South India taken by the pandemic

The indiscriminately cruel pandemic earlier this month carried away South Indian artist S Elayaraja, known for his stunningly realistic portrayals of \’Dravidian women\’. Abir Pothi condoles Strikingly real imagery with an almost photo-like study of light, beautiful women in vibrant saris, flowers in their hair and a hint of a smile always playing on their

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The internet wants Bezos to eat the Mona Lisa; $5 painting by David Bowie now selling for thousands

A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends

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Despite an anonymous death, ‘The Drowned Mona Lisa’ continues to saves lives around the world

In a series of tweets, Dr. Umme H. Faisal told the story of an unknown woman who intrigued artists and played a key role in a life-saving medical development. We share the story with you.  Since everyone is talking about cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) these days, this is the perfect time to narrate this story. In

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\’Hekking Mona Lisa\’ on sale, an Eiffel Tower illusion, and unseen Basquiats on show

A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends

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Shampa Shah is the first recipient of Jyostna Bhatt Ceramics Award 2021

Renowned ceramic artist Shampa Shah has won the first-ever Jyotsna Bhatt Ceramics Award 2021. This award was instituted in the memory of Bhatt, an acclaimed Indian ceramist and potter who died last year at the age of 80. Incidentally, Shah was Bhatt’s student as well. This is the first grant announced since the inception of

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Art spins charity for India\’s Covid frontlines, a unique Frida Kahlo retrospective opens up, and more

A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends

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#MeToo protest against Picasso; Just-Restituted Nazi-Looted paintings eye Christie’s auction

A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends

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Indian artists “finally making money” with NFTs; and is the brightest colour on Earth the future of eco-conscious art?

A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends

Indian artists “finally making money” with NFTs; and is the brightest colour on Earth the future of eco-conscious art? Read More »

A guide to immersive van Gogh experiences in USA; artists turn dissidents in Cuba

A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends

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