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Prices Rise to Record High As the Scale of Indian Art Burgeons After Covid

art market / 14/10/2023

On August 31, an SH Raza acrylic on canvas, titled Gestation (1989), became the most valuable Indian artwork ever sold at an auction. It went for an astounding Rs 51.75 crore, including commissions. The same day, two more records were made. FN Souza’s oil painting, Hunger, fetched Rs 34.5 crore, marking a new pinnacle for the artist, […]

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Fashion World Responds to Israel-Hamas Conflict: Major Events Canceled or Postponed

Featured, News / 14/10/2023

Introduction The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has resulted in a devastating humanitarian tragedy, prompting various sectors to respond in solidarity. The fashion world, too, has demonstrated its empathy and support by canceling or postponing several major events across the Middle East, the United States, and beyond. This article highlights key fashion events affected by the crisis

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Rare David Hockney Ceramic Cat from Art School Days Up for Auction

News / 14/10/2023

A Feline Masterpiece Stacey’s Auctioneers and Valuers is set to delight art enthusiasts and cat lovers alike with an exceptional piece of British Contemporary Art – a rare ceramic cat crafted by the renowned artist David Hockney during his art school years. According to a report by Artnet News, this unique sculpture is going under

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Baring It All: Brutalist Architecture in India

Columns / 14/10/2023

What is Brutalist Architecture? Brutalist architecture is an architectural style that first became prominent in the United Kingdom after World War II. As the name suggests, brutalist architecture aims at celebrating and exposing the “brutal” truth of the buildings. It was a significant part of the modernist movement. This style of architecture preferred the ethics

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UNESCO and Interpol’s Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects Nears Reality

News / 14/10/2023

Introduction In a major development, UNESCO (The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) has taken a significant step forward in the creation of a virtual museum dedicated to stolen cultural objects. Partnering with Interpol and securing initial funding from Saudi Arabia, this museum aims to raise global awareness about the illicit trafficking of cultural

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Indian Art Forms as Soft Power: How Indian Art Forms Contribute to India’s Influence Abroad.

art market, Columns / 13/10/2023

What is Soft Power? In its fundamental essence, ‘power’ encapsulates the capacity to effect change and exert influence over others, persuading them to act in ways they might not have independently chosen. These insights are drawn from the scholarly work of Joseph Nye, a political activist in the 1980s, at Harvard University, who delved into

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11 Movies Based on Famous Paintings or Painters

Do You Know?, Featured / 13/10/2023

https://www.abirpothi.com/web-stories/11-movies-based-on-famous-paintings-or-painters/?preview_id=56695&preview_nonce=937a78ae22&preview=true In a wondrous collision of creativity and celluloid, a fascinating trend has emerged: movies inspired by the brushstrokes of master painters and the captivating narratives that lie within their canvases and even great artists that have gained great acclaim in the world. These films weave together the realms of art and cinema, breathing life

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Famous Paper Sculptures: 9 Masterpieces Sculpted From Paper

Columns, Do You Know? / 13/10/2023

When artists create art made from paper, it is referred to as paper sculpting art. Paper sculpture artists can create a range of different artworks, such as paper busts, paper statues, and even abstract art made from paper. There are even some paper artists who have taken this art form to the next level, creating

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Pune to Host First-Ever ‘Korean Special Art Exhibition’ in Commemoration of 50 Years of India-Korea Diplomatic Ties

News / 13/10/2023

Introduction Pune, a city known for its rich cultural heritage and art appreciation, is set to host a unique and captivating art exhibition, celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Korea. The ‘Korean Special Art Exhibition’ promises to be a remarkable event, showcasing the works of 30 prominent Korean artists. Here’s a

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India’s First Online Art Museum for Children – CAMI for children, by the children, and of the children

News / 13/10/2023

Introduction In a society where the arts are frequently viewed as privileged and inaccessible, Manya Roongta and Krish Nawal, two young visionaries, have made a daring move to reverse the perception. The Children’s Art Museum of India (CAMI), their creation, is not just another museum; it is a ground-breaking online resource made specifically with children

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