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‘The Standard Bearer’ by Rembrandt Makes Its Premiere at the Rijksmuseum

Pratiksha Shome The Standard Bearer (1636) by Rembrandt was unveiled at the Rijksmuseum on Thursday after a national tour. On Saturday, there will be no admission charge to the museum to commemorate the occasion. One of the artist’s earliest works after relocating to Amsterdam in the 17th century is The Standard Bearer. It is said […]

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Monkeys, Flowers, Zodiac: The Very Long Creative Journey of Huang Yongyu

Pratiksha Shome Chinese artist Huang Yongyu, who was well-known for his jovial ink drawings of animals and flowers, passed away at the age of 98. According to his last desires, no memorial or funeral services were planned when he passed away on June 13 from an undisclosed illness, according to his family. The self-taught artist

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Transforming the Path of Devotion: Iconic Chita Art Beautifies Puri’s Grand Road for Rath Yatra

Aditya Sisodia As the auspicious occasion of Rath Yatra approaches, the Grand Road facing the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, is undergoing a magnificent transformation. Spanning a sprawling 4,000 square meters in front of the temple’s lion gate, a group of 25 skilled artists have come together to create giant chita patterns, adorning the path

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Pollock and Warhol were Stolen 20 years Back. Suspects Charged Now

Pratiksha Shome Nine persons have been charged federally with stealing works of art and sports memorabilia valued at millions of dollars, including an Andy Warhol silkscreen and a Jackson Pollock painting, according to the announcement made on Thursday by U.S. attorney for the Middle District of Pennsylvania Gerard M. Karam. Over two decades, the theft

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Calling for Artists! Shiv Nadar Institute Announces Residency

Aditya Sisodia Applications are currently being accepted for the highly regarded Artist/Scholar in Residence Program at Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence. Recognised for its dedication to research and innovative teaching methods, this program provides a unique chance for artists, scholars, and practitioners in contemporary art, photography, performance, cinema, dance, and writing to engage with a

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Through Art, Some Healing and Closure to the Wounds of Vietnam War!

Smriti Malhotra Tuan Andrew Nguyen, an artist whose work uncovers haunting artefacts and stories from the Vietnam War, is set to showcase his videos and sculptures at the New Museum in Manhattan. In his upcoming exhibition titled “Tuan Andrew Nguyen: Radiant Remembrance,” Nguyen delves into questions of memory and identity with a personal and ambitious

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Saving the Natural Dyes Art From Dying: The Centuries old Kalamkari Tradition

Tsuktiben Jamir In the beautiful surroundings of Srikalahasti, a small town in Andhra Pradesh, a vibrant art form known as Kalamkari breathes new life into hand-painted textiles. Amidst the narrow lanes lined with old cottages, a modern residence adorned in pink and orange stands out. Within its walls lies the renowned Sri Vijayalakshmi Fine Kalamkari

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Simple, Geometric and Celebratory- The Dancing Forms of Warli Art

Smriti Malhotra India’s rich cultural tapestry is interwoven with a myriad of vernacular artforms that beautifully capture the essence of diverse communities. Among these, the Warli idiom stands out as a poignant reflection of tribal life, offering a profound glimpse into the world of the Warli community. With its simplistic yet evocative imagery, the Warli

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Uncovering the Cultural Tapestry of Calcutta: ‘The Babu and the Bazaar’ Exhibition

Tsuktiben Jamir Presented by the DAG (formerly Delhi Art Gallery), ‘The Babu and the Bazaar’ exhibition offers a captivating journey into a bygone era, where Calcutta thrived as a melting pot of contrasting cultures, ideologies, and artistic expressions. From May 8th to July 1st, visitors can immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of this vibrant

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