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Fabergé eggs are a piece of art that is a testament to love, royalty, betrayal and tragedy. Designed by Peter Carl Fabergé, these eggs stand as the most exquisite examples of Russian royal jewelry Fabergé craftsmanship. It portrays fine craftsmanship, with intricate designs, hidden surprises and continues to captivate people since 1885. For Love, With […]
Fabergé Eggs, A Symbol of Love and War Read More »
Why Are Mikhail Vrubel Paintings Still Discussed Worldwide Mikhail Vrubel’s art employs a sensitive palette of colours and symbols, and as the artist lays down the wide strokes of the palette knife on the canvas– the painting seems to come to completion. There is a sense of passionate despair one feels after looking at Vrubel’s
Of Demons and Russian Symbolist Folktales: Mikhail Vrubel’s Paintings Read More »
Nikos Papadopoulos Detained and Released Athen’s National Gallery (Alexander Soutsos Museum) saw an incident where a far-right member of the Niki party, Nikos Papadopoulos was arrested. Greek authorities detained him after he vandalised artworks at the gallery. As reported by Ekathimerini, he had been released on March 10. The gallery remains closed for the time
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Architects Druhan Chhugani and Amrit Nagpal are rewriting the rules of furniture design in Mumbai, where traditional craftsmanship merges seamlessly with contemporary aesthetics. Their venture, Urban Artisans Collaborative (UAC), represents a bold intersection of architectural precision and artisanal mastery, bringing fresh perspectives to India’s furniture landscape. Chhugani’s journey began unusually early – as a child,
Breaking Design Boundaries Urban Artisans Collaborative’s Druhan Chhugani & Amrit Nagpal Read More »
Yasmeen Lari Turns Down Wolf Prize RIBA Gold Medalist Yasmeen Lari has turned down the 2025 Wolf Prize, awarded by the Israel-based not-for-profit Wolf Foundation, citing the ongoing conflict in Gaza as her reason for doing so. The Foundation is yet to comment on Lari’s decision. The Wolf Prize is a worldwide accolade presented in
Pakistani Architect Yasmeen Lari Turns Down Israeli Art Award Over Gaza Genocide Read More »
In the dynamic world of contemporary design, Pramana Design emerges as a visionary brand that translates ancient Indian philosophical wisdom into cutting-edge architectural and design solutions. Founded by architects Darshit Tejani and Bhakti Tejani, the studio is redefining design through a unique lens of cultural understanding and meticulous craftsmanship. The brand’s name, ‘Pramana‘, derives from
Indic Wisdom and Culture in Pramana Design Read More »
Amrita Nambiar is a visionary contemporary artist and designer based in Bangalore, India, and the founder of Olie, an experimental lighting studio she established in 2019. A graduate of Chitrakala Parishath with a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts, Amrita blends artistry with innovation, creating sculptural works that explore the profound interplay of light, shadow, and emotion.
Amrita Nambiar redefine light as a medium of expression Read More »
Upcoming Kangra Miniature Exhibition Romania is set to be stunned by the beauty of Kangra miniature paintings thanks to an upcoming collaboration between the Indian Embassy located in Bucharest, Romania and the Kangra Arts Promotion Society (KAPS). The former has invited KAPS to host an exhibition of the Kangra miniature paintings at the Dimitrie Gusti
Kangra Miniature Set to Take Over Romania Read More »
Graffiti proclaiming ‘Azad Kashmir’ and ‘Free Palestine’ on the walls of a University in West Bengal, noticed by authorities. Street art and graffiti became popular in India after the 1980s, largely influenced by the West, the other side of the world. Although in the beginning these forms were focused on political agendas, later they gained
The vibrant festival of Holi has inspired countless folk artists across India for centuries, each region interpreting the celebration through distinctive artistic traditions. These colorful expressions capture not just the festival’s visual spectacle, but its cultural significance and the stories that give it meaning. Sanjhi Art In Mathura and Vrindavan, the birthplace of Lord Krishna,
Celebration and Devotion, Holi in Indian Folk Art Read More »