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Giuseppe Arcimboldo and His Objects of Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers and Fish

On This Day / 11/07/2023

Italian Mannerist painter Giuseppe Arcimboldo is well known for his unique and occasionally horrific human portraits made of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and fish. His distinct collage technique, which oozes humour and the strange, enthrals onlookers with its minute details and allegorical depth. Despite the fact that Arcimboldo was sometimes regarded as odd or even […]

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The Experience of a Haat and the Inadequacy of Indian Street Murals: Samvaad with Jaya Jaitly (Part V of VI)

Samvaad / 10/07/2023

Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From

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Giorgio Chirico and the Influence of Philosophy in His Metaphysical Art.

On This Day / 10/07/2023

10th July 2023. ON THIS DAY. Giorgio de Chirico, born on July 10th, 1888, was an Italian artist whose Metaphysical Art was deeply influenced by philosophy. His works, created between 1911 and 1917, were unlike anything else being produced in Europe at the time. They were termed “Metaphysical Painting” by French poet and critic Guillaume

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Artemisia Gentileschi: Women’s Story of Blood, Passion and Captivity in Renaissance

On This Day / 08/07/2023

8th July 2023. ON THIS DAY We commemorate Artemisia Gentileschi’s birth on this day, one of the most significant and gifted artists of the Renaissance. Gentileschi, a 1593 Rome native who defied traditional expectations, had an enduring impression on the art world with her stirring works. Themes of power, fortitude, and resilience are explored throughout

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Félicien Rops: Exploring the Enigmatic Artistry and Provocative Legacy of a Masterful Iconoclast

On This Day / 07/07/2023

Félicien Rops, a renowned Belgian artist, was born on this day. With his provocative and often controversial artworks, Rops challenged societal norms and pushed the boundaries of art in the 19th century. In this article, we will look into the life and works of Félicien Rops, exploring his unique artistic style, his impact on the

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Marc Chagall, the Versatile Dreamer of the Fictitious world

On This Day / 06/07/2023

July 6, On This Day The painter, lithographer, etcher and designer Marc Chagall was born on 6 July 1887. His poetic, figurative style made him one of the most popular modern artists in the world. His compositions depict aspects of his personal and family histories and those of Eastern European folklore. He also contributed

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Celebrating African-American Art with Nellie Rowe and Her Radical Paintings.

On This Day / 04/07/2023

4th July 2023. ON THIS DAY. “I ain’t gone to school to learn no work like that. I guessed at it when I was a little gal, just lay down on the floor and draw. . . . I just had to get my pencil and draw something. That was in me and it’s still

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From Political to Poetic: The Artistic Evolution of A. Ramachandran

Artist Profile / 04/07/2023

“To me, art should be as good as [Munshi] Premchand, as good as [Rabindranath] Tagore, as good as Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. It should be read by each and every one. They should feel thrilled by it and feel it is my own life, it is my own culture that is reflected.” – A. Ramachandran When

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Portraits During the American Revolution: The Art of John Copley.

On This Day / 03/07/2023

July 3rd 2023. ON THIS DAY. “Let me just recommend to you to keep the faces of your portraits, Particularly your women, as Clear of Shade as possible, and make broad Masses of Lights and shade.” – John Copley Born on this day in 1738, John Copley’s artistic legacy has left an indelible mark

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Samvaad with Sidharth: The Visual Story Teller of Many Journeys (Part 5 of 5)

Samvaad / 30/06/2023

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