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Closure Looming In a startling development, the iconic National Museum of India on Janpath may soon shut its doors to researchers by the end of this year. The historic building, which has been a custodian of India’s cultural heritage for decades, is reportedly slated for demolition in March 2024. Yug Yugeen Bharat: The Future Museum […]
End of an Era: National Museum Facing Closure and Demolition Read More »
Introduction Maa Durga, the embodiment of divine power and strength, has been a muse for artists across generations. Her majestic presence and symbolism have inspired a plethora of paintings that capture her grace, valour, and spirituality. In this article, we delve into the world of Maa Durga paintings, ranging from traditional Madhubani to modern abstract
Maa Durga Paintings: Maa Durga Paintings And Its Significance Read More »
Design 21 Architect This uber-luxury residential project spanning over a vast area of 1000-square-foot brings a sophisticated aesthetic to existence by infusing highlights of veneer and Indianness into a white and grey-based neoclassical style. The one-of-a-kind décor of the house combines classic and contemporary design elements for the overall abode to transcend the modern and
Introduction The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Bengaluru is currently hosting a retrospective exhibition that pays homage to one of India’s legendary master printmakers, Devraj Dakoji, who, at the age of 79, stands as the last of his kind. This remarkable exhibition, on display until October 10, features over 600 works from the
The Roots of Kantha Embroidery The Kantha, a form of embroidery, thrives in 21st-century India, with around 50,000 women embroiderers engaging in what they call “ghore bosa kaaj” or home-based work. This rich tradition of embroidery traces its roots back millennia, as evidenced by archaeological finds of needles in the ancient cities of the Harappan
Stitching Stories, One Stitch at a Time: Tale of Bengal’s Kantha Read More »
In the Indian context, Hanuman has been a hot topic for many decades, yet there has been controversy because of the myth used to attack non-Hindu. Hanuman Chalisa is a political tool in India under the Modi rule, and many ‘attacks’ news appeared from different parts of the country in the name of Hanuman. In
Hanuman and Magical Herbs: Priyantha Udagedara’s Visual Fiction for Dead People Read More »
Delhi Contemporary Art Week displays the new voices from, in a broader sense, the Global South as a territorial and political identity, resonating with the socio-economic contrasts and backdrops. In a canvas or mixed medium, from a minimalistic point of view, artists bring pristine ideas and perspectives, a playful abundance of disciplined mediums, or even
(En)closed With Voices of South Asia, Resonating Visual Idioms Read More »
The International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP), located in the vibrant cultural hub of Brooklyn, New York, is thrilled to announce an open call for a prestigious residency sponsored by The Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation. This unique opportunity is exclusively available to Indian citizens aged 35 or under, who have resided continuously in India for at
If an artist loves silence, does Art become a flame of stillness? If an artist lives in the spirit of music, what is her Art? If an artist knows music and Art, what is her Art? Shobha Broota is an artist and musician; she studied music first, then Art in the 1960s, and became an
Shobha Broota: Scent of Visual Language, Lost Terrain of Colours Read More »
‘I am a product of pre-internet and pre-email. Let us put it that way: Umang Hutheesing began the conversation with Nidheesh Tyagi from Abir in Samvaad, aiming to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of creative individuals. I went to America to study