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Who Would Pay $1.5 Million for a Banana and a Duct Tape? Sotheby’s Remains Hopeful

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Sotheby’s Upcoming Auction; Eyes on Maurizio Cattelan’s ‘Comedian’ Sotheby’s is set to auction Maurizio Cattelan’s ‘Comedian’ on 20 November 2024 at its Now and Contemporary Evening Auction in New York. The sculpture is essentially a banana attached to a wall with duct tape. With an estimated sale price of $1 million to $1.5 million (up […]

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Celebrating ‘Husain: The Timeless Modernist’ at DAG

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Written by Neha Kirpal DAG’s Return to MF Husain Following the prelude Master Maqbool in Mumbai in 2022, DAG returns with Husain: The Timeless Modernist, an exhibition that celebrates the legacy of India’s foremost modernist, Maqbool Fida Husain. Encapsulating the breadth and depth of Husain’s illustrious career, the comprehensive exhibition spans almost six decades of

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Entrapping the Past, Present and the Future

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Gallery Espace’s 35th Anniversary Gallery Espace celebrates its 35th anniversary this October. Since its inception, the gallery has become one of India’s leading art spaces, known for its innovative exhibitions and support of emerging talent, the exhibition highlights its history and harkens to the future.   Gallery Espace’s New Exhibition – The Ancestral Futures With a

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What Does the Demise of Ratan Tata Mean to the Creative World?

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Introduction Ratan Tata, the most well-known industrialist and chairman emeritus of Tata Sons passed away on October 9th 2024, at the age of 86. He was being treated for a prolonged illness at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. His contributions to Indian art, architecture & design will have an everlasting influence in the country. Not

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The 9 Depictions of Ravana Across the Subcontinent

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Introduction Ravana, a central figure in the Indian epic Ramayana, is traditionally known as the ten-headed demon king of Lanka who abducted Sita, leading to a war with Lord Rama. However, across the subcontinent, his character has been depicted in numerous ways, reflecting different cultural, religious, and regional perspectives. This essay explores 11 unique depictions

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Famous Gandhi Paintings, Icons, Fashion, Photography and More

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7 Famous Paintings on Gandhi Artists have captured Mahatma Gandhi, the symbol of non-violence and an embodiment of India’s independence struggle in their creations. He is the subject of artists from different ages and genres who have embodied his image in visual forms that depict the essence of his person and being in addition to

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Columns Featured Indians Play Games But Don’t Make It! Unlocking India’s Gaming Potential: Challenges and Opportunities for Developers With changing times and economies, we have experienced a vast surge in the Indian video-gaming industry, the surge however has been by admin 20/09/2024 Do You Know? Featured Room For More Art Swiss or Remiss!: 8 Swiss

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Foreign Architects and Their Buildings in India

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Foreign Architects in India India’s architectural landscape features the innovative contributions of foreign architects, blending global styles with local traditions. Visionaries like Le Corbusier, Louis Kahn, and Laurie Baker have left their mark, creating iconic structures that reflect India’s diverse culture and history while addressing modern urban challenges. Their work continues to inspire contemporary architecture.

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KNMA Announces Mohan Samant Centenary Celebration 

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Mohan Samant Centenary Celebration KNMA, Saket presents a star studded event on 24th September 2024 from 7:30 PM onwards celebrating Mohan Samant’s Centenary. The show begins with an introduction by Roobina Karode, Director, Chief Curator KNMA, followed by a lecture by Kishore Singh on Mohan Samant’s Life & Artistic Practice. The show will conclude with

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