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6th October 2023. ON THIS DAY. “The architect determines the diverse movements of our minds and our hearts; it is then that we experience beauty.” – Le Corbusier Charles-Edouard Jeanneret-Gris, better known by his name Le Corbusier, was a pioneering Swiss-French architect and designer who specialised in contemporary architecture and urban design. Born on this […]
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Humanity can be categorised into two separate groups of people: people who prefer ball pens, and people who have taste. As a part of the latter crowd, I do have an affinity towards gel pens when it comes to writing. While this hot take might give us gel pen users a small sense of god
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Caravaggio All works, no matter what or by whom painted, are nothing but bagatelles and childish trifles… unless they are made and painted from life, and there can be nothing… better than to follow nature. – Caravaggio Caravaggio Paintings were known for his use of chiaroscuro, a technique that uses strong contrasts of light and
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Are you someone who writes words like “Wanderlust”, “Travel freak”, and “Hiking” in your Instagram bio? Is it one of your lifelong dreams to travel the world, and experience the arts and culture of different countries? Well, this day is dedicated to your lot! Happy World Tourism Day from team Abir Pothi. In celebration, we
World Tourism Day: 9 Prehistoric Caves to Explore in Your Next Travel Adventure. Read More »
Exploring the Rich Tradition of Navratri Traditions and Beliefs Navratri, a vibrant and spiritually significant Hindu festival, is celebrated with immense fervour and devotion across India. This nine-night festival, dedicated to the worship of the divine feminine, holds a special place in the hearts of millions. Let’s look into the significance of Navratri, the symbolism
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Mario Schifano was an Italian painter and collage artist of the Postmodern school who was born on this day 20 September 1934 in Khoms, Libya. On his day of birth, we at Abir Pothi have combined a list of 11 interesting facts and life events of Schifano that might entice and interest the readers. 11
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Top 10 Archaeological Sites In India India is a country rich in history and culture, and its archaeological sites provide witness to the extensive cultural legacy that has developed over many centuries. India’s ancient treasures provide a window into its varied past and range from exquisite temples and caves carved out of solid rock to
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With Ganesh Chaturthi just around the corner, we at Abir Pothi have compiled several depictions of Lord Ganesha in various artistic styles. With the following descriptions, you can not only get an insight into the various art styles but also view them in the context of this religious idol worshipped by people all over the
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Lord Ganesha, also called Ganapati, Vinayaka, and Pillaiyar, is the most revered deity in the Hindu pantheon. From the beginning of Hindu religious practice, Ganapati was depicted throughout the Indian sub-continent in different styles. The worship of Ganesha is complementary to other Hindu deities; all religious ceremonies start with Ganesha pooja for the promising beginnings
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“Whenever you do new work which people don’t understand, they say it was done to create controversy” – M.F. Husain Maqbool Fida Husain, an acclaimed Indian artist, received accolades such as the Padma Shree, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan. He was the highest-paid painter in India; at Christie’s auctions, his canvases fetched up to USD
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