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Smriti Malhotra

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‘SURFACE’- An exhibition celebrating Indian Embroidery

“Surface,” an exhibition held at the heart of Jodhpur’s old walled city, where the sandstone murmurs of an earlier age, invites visitors to celebrate the world of Indian embroideries and surface embellishments.  Jodhpur art events Exhibited at three heritage venues — Achal Niwas, Anoop Singh ki Haveli, and Lakshmi Niwas — curator Mayank Mansingh Kaul, […]

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Pehchaan: A Stunning Showcase of Forgotten 14th and 15th Century Textiles

The National Museum and the Devi Art Foundation collaborated to bring the Exhibition Pehchaan: Enduring Themes in Indian Textiles, held from 27 January to 23 February 2025, to life. It was a remarkable showcase of enduring Themes in Indian Fabric Design. Pehchaan is not merely an exhibition, it is a celebration of the ever-evolving identity

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The Vittorio Sella Exhibition by Delhi Art Gallery at Bikaner House 

Vittori Sella

Vittorio Sella Exhibition 2025 “Vittorio Sella: Photographer in the Himalaya,” a stunning exhibition at Delhi’s Bikaner House, is a tribute to the man and pioneer Italian artist who immortalized the spirit of the world’s highest mountains well over a century ago. This exhibition, which continued till Feb. 14 and was curated by Hugh Thomson and presented

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A Resounding Success: India Art Fair 2025 Elevated Design and Dialogue

Jhaveri Contemporary

The 16th edition of the India Art Fair, held from February 6th to 9th, 2025, proved to be a resounding success, exceeding expectations and solidifying its position as a leading cultural event. This year’s fair made a significant leap forward by prominently featuring design, alongside its established focus on art, and fostering insightful dialogues through

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Puppets in Spotlight: Tale of Tholu Bommalata from Andhra Pradesh

Everything There Is to Know about Tholu Bommalata Art Tholu Bommalata, the leather puppet theatre found in Andhra Pradesh, is a unique tangible and intangible cultural tradition of the nation. They are crafted from translucent goatskin and are grand in size and vibrant in colour. These striking puppets bear intricate details, painted in the brightest

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Phulkari Embroidery: A Symbol of Women’s Agency and Empowerment

Phulkari of Punjab Embroidery Phulkari baari baari, Kithay gulab da phool, Haray haray ni, Kithay suhaagan da ghoonghat, Laal laal ni. Translation: Phulkari made stitch by stitch, where the roses are green in colour while the veil of the bride is red. These are some verses of a folk song that signify the making of

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Connoisseur of Slow Architecture: Story of Anupama Kundoo

Anupama Kundoo, born in Pune and practising in Australia, is an internationally renowned architect, author, and researcher. Anupama Kundoo books are the most sought-after literature for architecture students. They include, ‘Roger Anger: Research on Beauty/Recherche sur la beauté Architecture 1958 – 2008,’ ‘AVPNY Auroville and Pondicherry Architectural Travel Guide,’ and ‘Anupama Kundoo.The Architect’s Studio.’ Anupama

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