Himmat Shah, one of India’s most influential sculptors and a bold modernist voice in the country’s art scene, passed away yesterday, 2 March 2025, at Jaipur’s Shalby Hospital at the age of 92. A sudden heart attack claimed his life on Monday, according to reports. He passed away shortly thereafter. His memory will be cherished […]
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Understanding the Tax Framework for Art Collectors For art enthusiasts and collectors in India, understanding the art taxation implications of buying, holding, and selling artwork is crucial to making informed decisions. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just beginning your art investment journey, navigating the complex tax landscape can significantly impact your collection strategy. Capital
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On February 21, 1925, the weekly magazine The New Yorker was published for the first time. Since its founding, in 1925, The New Yorker has evolved from a Manhattan-centric comic paper to a multi-platform publication known worldwide for its in-depth long form reporting, both political and cultural commentary, fiction pieces, poetry, and most of all
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Art Museum of the Americas Cancels 2 Shows The Art Museum of the Americas located in Washington, D.C., has abruptly decided to cancel two exhibitions, which were curated to highlight Black and LGBTQ+ artists and the struggles of their community. This refers to the LGBTQ+ art censorship under the Trump administration, whose executive orders affect
“If the artist has outer and inner eyes for nature, nature rewards him by giving him inspiration.” – Wassily Kandinsky The Essence of Abstraction Abstraction in painting involves transforming natural scenes into expressive forms that emphasize colour, shape and texture rather than the realistic representation. Bhat’s artworks are a cache of agitated, distorted and fragmented
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“The artist must have something to say, for mastery over form is not his goal but rather the adapting of form to its inner meaning.” –Wassily Kandinsky Abstract expressionism in Vasanth Rao’s art involves acknowledging its ability to transcend physical reality and evoke deeper emotional and metaphysical connections. Spirituality profoundly influences his creative process, shaping
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In focus: Deval Metal Art | Deval Verma Picture an artistic oeuvre that is a testament to the mastery of physics, engineering, and design. Each sculpture is a powerful, gleaming personification of the industrial aesthetic, projecting awe-inspiring scale and sleekness; the intricacy of every piece is almost meditative. And the best part? It’s all made
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Venice Biennale Curators Dropped by the Board for Past Controversial Works Khaled Sabsabi has been removed as Australia’s representative at the Venice Biennale, a decision that has sparked significant controversy and led to several resignations at Creative Australia, the organization responsible for the Australian Pavilion. This “Sabsabi cancellation protest” sparked a reaction amongst his peers.
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The British Arts Sector Could Potentially Be Violating a Law by Not Paying Their Interns for Their Roles The Sutton Trust, a charity that aims to improve social mobility in the UK, found that 86% of interns in the UK’s creative sector were unpaid as of 2018. Progress has been incremental. The trust said in November
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Art Collection can be a complex process to navigate from the valuation of artworks to certification and financing. However, It extends beyond that, one needs to sort out various legal provisions which can influence the ownership, authenticity and transfer of artworks. Let’s take a look at some legal provisions in Art collecting as part of
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