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British-born surrealist painter and novelist Leonora Carrington was rebellious by nature and inspired by fairy tales and fiction and did surrealistic painting and wrote whatever she wanted to be. Leonora Carrington was born into a wealthy family, her mother was of Irish descent, and she got familiar with Irish folklore and fairy tales through her […]
Leonora Carrington: Surrealism and the Wild Dreams of an Artist Read More »
Indian women’s attire and ornaments have a story that has fascinated many travellers and invaders for centuries. The evolution of classical dance in South Indian territorial space is also a fascinating story and history. Indian dance, the ornamental beauty, has seduced the audience with their dance and attire. With their ornaments, dancers can distinguish from
Fonseca, A Portuguese Painter Who Painted South Indian Hindu Women Read More »
In the Sarguja district of Chhattisgarh, the Rajwars, a farming community, dabble in a unique and traditional art form known as Painted Clay Relief. This art form is primarily practised by the women of the community and holds great significance in their culture. The Rajwars are primarily Hindu and follow the rituals and customs associated
Clay Creations of Chhattisgarh: Community Art of The Rajwars Read More »
In the vast realm of contemporary art, a genre known as appropriation art has emerged, capturing the attention of both art enthusiasts and critics alike. Appropriation artists engage in the act of borrowing or copying existing artistic imagery, repurposing it in a way that reframes its meaning and establishes a new artistic voice. This practice
11 Historical Appropriation Art that Redefining Meaning and Challenging Conventions Read More »
Is Parviz Tanavoli a poet or a Prophet in contemporary Iranian Art? Parviz became a popular and pioneering figure in Iranian Art over the last six decades, and he used Persian traditions to modernise and reinterpret Iranian Art. After completing his studies in Art in Tehran in the 1950s, Parviz started to create Artwork that
Parviz Tanavoli: The Poet and the Beloved King of Iranian Pop Art Read More »
The artworks are rare and invaluable because of many reasons. Some artworks are more priceless and treasured than others because of their historical significance and employing scope with time and space. Some works may be preserved as a nation’s treasure, not allowed to carry outside the country’s border. The British government declared ‘the allegorical Painting
Allegory of Two Ladies: Gender, Race and Colour in One Painting Read More »
George Nakashima, the revered Japanese-American woodworker and furniture designer, left an indelible mark on India’s architecture and furniture design. From his tranquil sojourn at the Sri Aurobindo Ashram in Pondicherry, where he embraced the name Sunder Nanda, to his collaboration with Antonin Raymond on the iconic Golconde dormitory, Nakashima’s influence was profound. He even developed
Ingenious Collaboration: Nakashima and National Institute of Design (NID) Ahmedabad Read More »
The Sleeping Gypsy is an iconic painting by Henri Rousseau about the youthful curiosity of the wandering people in French cities in the dramatic periods of the mid-nineteenth century. For art lovers, Rousseau is a man or a visual myth that flows from the painting to the viewer’s soul with stories and Nature. How he
Only Dreams Knows How to Sleep Like a Gypsy Read More »
Golconde, the iconic dormitory constructed by architects George Nakashima and Antonin Raymond, stands as a brilliant example of India’s architectural evolution, representing the country’s first foray into the realm of modernist design. Completed in 1945, this remarkable structure is nestled within the serene confines of the Sri Aurobindo Ashram in Pondicherry, India. With its origins
Golconde: A Modernist Marvel in Sri Aurobindo Ashram, Pondicherry Read More »
Smriti Malhotra Jasleen Dhamija, was a highly esteemed historian and a revered champion of traditional Indian crafts, has left an indelible mark on the preservation and promotion of the country’s rich cultural heritage. Through her extensive research, significant policy contributions, and unwavering dedication, she has become a beacon, illuminating the narrative surrounding Indian textiles and
A Historian’s Tale: The Life of Jasleen Dhamija in Indian Textiles and Other Traditions Read More »