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Sylvia W. Houghteling Honored with Prestigious Awards for ‘The Art of Cloth in Mughal India’

Associate Professor of History of Art, Sylvia W. Houghteling, has been awarded the esteemed R.L. Shep Book Award by the Textile Society of America for her groundbreaking work, The Art of Cloth in Mughal India. This prestigious accolade, presented annually, celebrates outstanding contributions to the field of global cultural heritage textile studies. In addition to […]

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Now Climate Activists Target Botticelli’s Masterpiece at Uffizi Gallery

Two climate activists affiliated with the group Last Generation made headlines today after affixing images of environmental destruction to the glass panel protecting Botticelli’s renowned fifteenth-century masterpiece, The Birth of Venus, at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. Last Generation: A Youth-Led Movement Last Generation, a national student-led alliance, has garnered attention for its bold activism.

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Van Gogh Exhibition Shatters Attendance Records with Immersive Experience at Musée d’Orsay

In a triumph for art enthusiasts and historians alike, the Musée d’Orsay celebrates a historic milestone with the conclusion of its landmark exhibition, “Van Gogh in Auvers-sur-Oise.” The museum proudly announced that the exhibition, which delved into the final months of the renowned painter’s life, attracted an astounding 793,556 visitors. Setting a New Standard Described

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Artist-Designer Viraj Khanna Customizes Exclusive Bomber Jacket for Puma India

Artist-designer Viraj Khanna has blended his creative ingenuity with imagination to design an exclusive bomber jacket for PUMA that re-imagines the sportswear brand’s iconic cat with different textile cut-outs in an experimental colour story.  The jacket has been designed exclusively for PUMA Gen Z Brand Ambassador, Shanaya Kapoor, for her first-ever Knicks Basketball Game at

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Günter Brus, Pioneer of Viennese Actionism, Dies at 85

Günter Brus, one of the last surviving artists associated with the Viennese Actionism movement, passed away on Sunday at the age of 85. His death was confirmed by Kunsthaus Bregenz, a contemporary art institution in Austria, just days before the opening of a major retrospective showcasing Brus’s work. A Visionary Provocateur: The Life and Art

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ASI Unveils Ambitious Revitalization Project for Konark Sun Temple: Transforming Plain Stones into Timeless Artistry

An amazing project at the Konark Sun Temple has been initiated by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in an attempt to bring back the majesty of one of the most renowned ancient structures in India. By transforming the once-plain stones into engaging works of art, this effort hopes to revitalise the ancient location. Conservation

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After Mona Lisa Protesters Target Monet Painting with Soup Attack

In a shocking act of vandalism, protesters hurled soup at Claude Monet’s renowned painting “Le Printemps” (Spring) in a museum located in southeast France. This brazen attack, which took place at the Musee des Beaux-Arts in France’s third-largest city, occurred on Saturday at 3:30 pm local time. This incident follows a similar stunt on the

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Know More About the Selection Process of the New Members of Royal Academy of Arts

At the latest General Assembly meeting, the esteemed Royal Academy of Arts in London proudly announced the election of several new members, enriching its ranks with accomplished individuals across various artistic disciplines. The newly elected are two Royal Academicians, two Honorary Fellows, and three esteemed RA Schools Professors, each bringing a unique perspective and expertise

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KNMA presents The Legacy Series: An Evening of Performance Celebrating The Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

Kiran Nadar Museum of Art has announced The Legacy Series, a magical evening that will unfold the pioneering performing arts of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya at Kamani Auditorium on February 9th 2024. The first of the series celebrates the Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, the illustrious Mudgal family and their rich contribution to the cultural landscape of Delhi through performance

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Asia’s Art Market Thrives Amid Pandemic, Attracts New Millennial Collectors

Amidst the challenges posed by the pandemic, the Asian art market has displayed remarkable resilience, buoyed by a surge in new collectors, particularly among the millennial demographic. This surge is attributed to the region’s substantial wealth creation, fueled by a flourishing stock market, and facilitated by increased digital access to art purchases. Emergence of New

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