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Introduction In a tragic turn of events, four priceless Claude Monet paintings, estimated to be worth as much as $45 million, were destroyed in a house fire. Private investment firm manager Matthew Halbower and his wife, Julie Schulz Halbower, owned the paintings. A lawsuit has been filed by Julie Schulz Halbower against Hiscox, the insurance […]

Introduction Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, formerly known as Aurangabad, holds a unique distinction in India—it is the only place in the country that houses two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Ajanta and Ellora caves. Recently, this historic city has taken a significant step in celebrating its rich cultural heritage by hosting its inaugural Ajanta Ellora Arts Residency.

Introduction In a heartwarming display of global solidarity and support for underprivileged children in India, the second Art be a Part auction held in Dubai raised a substantial sum of Dh600,000. The auction featured a diverse range of artworks from around the world and included standout pieces like ‘Give,’ a sculpture created by Italian artist

Introduction In a significant move reflecting the changing landscape of cultural repatriation, the world-renowned Metropolitan Museum of Art has announced its decision to return two precious artefacts to Nepal. These artefacts, a 13th-century wooden temple strut and an 11th-century stone sculpture of Vishnu flanked by Lakshmi and Garuda, have been in the museum’s collection for

Introduction The second edition of the five-day Himalayan Film Festival came to a triumphant close on Tuesday in Leh, marking another successful celebration of cinema in the breathtaking Himalayan region. The festival featured prominent guests, notable films, and unique cinematic experiences that captivated the audience. Star-Studded Presence The Himalayan Film Festival received star-studded attention as

Introduction This weekend, a charity auction in Atlantic City hosted an exciting showdown between football legend Tom Brady and reality TV star Kim Kardashian. The event, organised for the Reform Alliance, featured spirited bidding on an artwork by George Condo and raised millions of dollars for a noble cause. A Star-Studded Auction The charity auction

Introduction An elderly couple in France has launched a lawsuit against an antique dealer, alleging that they were cheated out of a substantial sum after selling an African mask to him. The mask, which later fetched €4.2 million ($4.4 million) at auction, has ignited a legal battle that has captured headlines and raised questions about

Introduction Growing up in Greenock, Scotland, Craig had two passions that defined his early years: football and drawing. A park across from his home provided the perfect playground for his daytime football adventures, while his evenings were dedicated to sketching anything related to the sport. Little did he know that these childhood interests would shape

Introduction Two talented Dutch artists have teamed up with a local craftsman in Kolkata to bring this year’s Durga Puja theme to life, aiming to showcase West Bengal’s major festival on a global scale. Their collaboration is part of a broader effort to celebrate the cultural fusion between the Netherlands and India. The Dutch Artists’