There is a video doing the rounds on Instagram wherein a lady dressed in a beautiful saree made out of Khun, Khann or Khanna cloth does a walkthrough of the cloth weavers district in Bagalkote district in Karnataka. This is a lesser known weaving tradition from Karnataka that needs to be promoted and spoken about […]
As the exhibition craze begins in Delhi, Ankush Safaya’s (b. 1985, Hoshiarpur, Punjab) “MEMORY TRACE / DAPAAN*(…it is said) intertwines abstract concepts and engaging narratives about people’s lives in meticulous ways. The narratives consist of the fabricated stories he created as a devoted admirer of films by Kurosawa and Tarkovsky and painters like Jackson Pollock.
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The Bengal School of Art, also known as the Bengal School of Bengal Renaissance, was an influential art movement that emerged in the early 20th century in Bengal, a region in eastern India that includes present-day West Bengal and Bangladesh. This artistic movement played a significant role in revitalising Indian art and promoting a nationalistic
In a gripping legal battle, an unnamed collector seeks to remove a valuable painting from the Lost Art Database, which tracks artworks stolen or looted during the Nazi regime. The painting in question, “Calabrian Coast” by Andreas Achenbach, carries a tumultuous history, having once belonged to Jewish-German art collector Max Stern. The Tragic Tale of
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Vijay Singh Beniwal, a 28-year-old artist hailing from Jogiwala village in Sirsa district, Haryana, has nurtured a profound passion for art since childhood. Currently residing in Jaipur, Rajasthan, his artistic journey has been marked by dedication, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. After completing his higher education, Vijay Singh Beniwal took on a path
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Lovis Corinth, a prolific German artist, remains an enduring figure in art, renowned for his diverse and captivating creations. Corinth’s artistic repertoire knows no bounds, from paintings to etchings, drawings to self-portraits. In this article, we delve into the fascinating world of Lovis Corinth’s art, exploring his captivating paintings, intricate drawings, and masterful etchings that
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Amidst the aftermath of a highly publicized libel trial and personal upheavals, renowned actor Johnny Depp finds solace and catharsis in the world of art. After the successful release of his second series of silkscreen prints earlier this year, Depp has taken on a new and deeply personal subject: himself. This latest artistic mission showcases
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The Arnolfini Portrait is the most celebrated and debated portrait due to its ambiguity. The painting is precise, but the intent of the painting is not apparent, and many questions arise because of the signature of the artist and the way he put things in a composition. The Arnolfini Portrait (1434) by Jan Van Eyck’s
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The 32nd edition of the British Art Fair returns to the iconic Saatchi Gallery in London, presenting its annual showcase of the very best Modern British and Contemporary British Art. Since 1988, the fair has been the flagship event for Modern British Art, representing celebrated artists such as Bridget Riley, Francis Bacon, Henry Moore, Barbara
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A controversial trend in Europe has drawn attention as activists shift their climate change tactics from traditional approaches like petition campaigns to more unorthodox methods, including attacking works of art in museums and galleries. While some view these actions as a legitimate form of protest to draw attention to climate issues, others criticise them as
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