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Born on this day – November 28th, 1757 – William Blake, was a seminal figure in both literature and art. His life was characterised by both financial hardship and artistic talent. Recognized more as a poet posthumously, he defied the norms of his time, rejecting the formal precision of Neoclassical art and challenging the Enlightenment’s […]
Poetic Canvases and Brushed Verses: 11 Paintings By William Blake Read More »
In Europe, the Renaissance was a time of profound artistic and cultural transformation that lasted roughly from the 14th to the 17th century. In addition to artists exploring new mediums and viewpoints, there was a resurgence of interest in classical art, literature, and education throughout this period. The use of light and shadow, perspective, and
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Gaza, the largest prison in the world, is being transformed into an abattoir. The word Strip (from Gaza Strip) is being drenched with blood, as happened sixty-five years ago to the word ghetto. –John Berger (2009) We are living in a time of war, where Israeli troops are waging a military campaign against the Palestinian
Artists Raise Humanitarian Concerns for Gaza Amidst War between Israel and Hamas Read More »
French Baroque painter Nicholas Poussin, sometimes Nicolas Poussin, was born in Les Andelys, Normandy, on June 15, 1594. He was an influential player in the formation of European classical art and is frequently regarded as one of the best painters of the 17th century. The classical clarity, composition, and intellectual rigour define Poussin’s art. The
Nicholas Poussin: Classicism and Baroque Allegory, Messages from a Mythical Land Read More »
Introduction A remarkable turn of events has seen the Louvre triumph in acquiring Cimabue’s painting, “Christ Mocked,” three years after losing it to a rival bidder. The artwork, discovered above a kitchen stove in France, had initially been underestimated and set aside for disposal by its elderly owner. Now valued at €24 million ($26 million),
Cimabue’s ‘Christ Mocked’ Finds Home at Louvre After Auction Drama Read More »
Explore the highs and lows of queer experiences with Vichitra Desh – Queer Nation. The program was engendered in association with the University of California Feminist Studies Department, The Orfalea Center and The American Center, and supported by the US Embassy in New Delhi. It is a sumptuous tapestry of interdisciplinary art and fantasy, theory and
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How do we discover and lay claim to that which is our own? Why do we often come to appreciate the familiar only through the eyes of the other? When the artist Sakti Burman and his French wife Maite Delteil came to India in 1964-65 and visited Konark, Khajuraho, Ajanta, Ellora and Elephanta, both were
Despite the hype surrounding Paris, dealers claim that London still dominates the European art market as Frieze opens Amid the spectre of Brexit and stringent Covid-19 measures two years ago, London’s standing as Europe’s art capital seemed under threat from Paris. However, as Frieze London’s 20th edition approaches, art dealers and experts are refuting these
At the very outset, a disclosure: I am no philosopher or a high priest of culture. Maybe, this is a rant at best. However, I have been confined for decades now and I discovered the culprit: I was held hostage by the postmodernists. While many may disagree, the postmodernist mindset may even be one of
“The Agony and the Ecstasy” by Irving Stone is a seminal work in historical fiction, offering readers a vivid portrayal of the life and art of the Renaissance genius Michelangelo Buonarroti. This scholarly article seeks to delve into the depth of Stone’s narrative, exploring its historical accuracy, character development, and artistic interpretations. Through a comprehensive
From Novel to Icon: ‘The Agony and the Ecstasy’ and the Timeless Image of Michelangelo Read More »