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CIMA Art Gallery Is on Its Way to Becoming a Premier Art Destination

Everything About CIMA Art Gallery Kolkata! Centre of International Modern Art, or CIMA Gallery Pvt Ltd., is an art repository, situated in the Ballygunge neighbourhood. It was inaugurated in 1993 under the sponsorship of the Indian media conglomerate, ABP Ltd. The arcade was designed based on the prominent museums and art galleries in New York, […]

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Sakshi Art Gallery Is a Premier Destination for Art Connoisseurs

Sakshi Art Gallery’s Significance Located in the centre of Colaba, Mumbai’s art district, Sakshi Art Gallery is one of India’s premier galleries, spanning 3000sq ft. over two floors. It is the premier location for modern and contemporary art. The gallery makes extensive use of its available space. The artworks are displayed against stark white backgrounds

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The Irony & Sincerity in Misha Japanwala’s Practice

Introduction The last few decades have witnessed a rise in individual artists from around the world to create work based on themes of cultural identity, social struggle and complex dialogue between tradition/modernity in different places. Misha Japanwala is one of them, a Pakistani artist and more recently fashion designer who has made her name through

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Tata Family’s Art Collection: Pure Acquisition or Strategic Philanthropy?

The bequests of the Tata family to the Mumbai Museum mark a significant turn in the history of art collection in India. Renowned philanthropists of the early 20th century, Sir Ratan Tata and Sir Dorab Tata donated an extensive set of 19th-century European paintings to the museum. The act of providing the general public access

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A Lesson in Modern Witchcraft: Sigils, Symbols, and Some More

A Brief Journey of Sigils Since childhood, I have been fascinated with witches and everything they represent. It didn’t matter whether it was Baum’s green ‘Wicked Witch of the West,’ Narnia’s youthful ‘Jadis – The White Witch,’ or Shakespeare’s ‘The Three Witches,’ these witches symbolised the feminine urge to destroy and recreate. More than them,

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What Does the Demise of Ratan Tata Mean to the Creative World?

Introduction Ratan Tata, the most well-known industrialist and chairman emeritus of Tata Sons passed away on October 9th 2024, at the age of 86. He was being treated for a prolonged illness at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. His contributions to Indian art, architecture & design will have an everlasting influence in the country. Not

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How to Mint Your NFTs: Easy Steps

Why Should You Invest in NFTs With art theft, copyright issues, and vandalism at their peak, it is sufficient to say that art spaces have become (just a little) complicated. Then comes Web3, which has decentralised technologies, ensuring that the power rests with the users regarding their data, privacy, and experience. A big part of

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Social Media Has Ushered the Art Marketplace in a New Phase of Democracy

Social Media has Eliminated The Middlemen In recent years, social media has transformed the landscape of many industries, and the art world is no exception. When one begins their journey as an artist, they aspire to be showcased in prominent global galleries. This was their chance to connect with potential buyers. But the times have

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