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In occupied Paris, during WW2, amid the systematic plunder of Jewish collections and French museums, a little-known museum curator, Rose Valland, became one of the most effective resisters of Nazi cultural theft. Working almost alone in the Musée du Jeu de Paume, she persistently saved tens of thousands of artworks from disappearing into the Reich. […]
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Introduction Francis Newton Souza, commonly known as F.N. Souza, was a prominent Indian artist who is widely considered as one of the most important figures of the modern Indian art movement. Souza’s early work was heavily influenced by European Modernism, particularly the work of the Expressionists and Surrealists. He is known for his bold and
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Diwali is around the corner and the search for that ideal festive gift is on. Give the done-and-dusted gifting ideas a rest and open your eyes to the art world as an excellent avenue of gift-giving. Gifting art not only throws light on your personal preferences and aesthetic choices but also speaks about how well
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Rangoli, an ancient Indian art form, is a vibrant and captivating way of adorning the floors of homes and public spaces during festive occasions. This article will look into the world of Rangoli designs, exploring their significance, history, and the process of creating them. Join us as we unravel the beauty and cultural heritage behind
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Abir India’s highly anticipated annual art festival, First Take, was inaugurated today at the esteemed L&P Hutheesing Visual Art Centre in Ahmedabad. The event witnessed the presence of distinguished Chief Guest, Architect Hiren Patel. First Take, a flagship initiative by Abir India, holds a pivotal role in providing a prominent platform for emerging artists to
New Delhi, 17 September 2025: The KNMA Festival returns to Sunder Nursery, this time with a focus on music, from October 9 to 12, 2025. Titled “Voices of Diversity”, the four-day festival celebrates the vast and varied sonic landscape of India. This year’s edition is curated by renowned musician and writer, T.M. Krishna, whose thought-provoking
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On This Day “Art is always ahead of time. Tomorrow, they will understand it” —M. F. Husain Early Moorings M. F. Husain, popularly hailed as the ‘Picasso of India’, was born on this day, 17th September, in 1915. Maqbool Fida Husain was born in Pandharpur, in Maharashtra today and then in the Bombay Presidency of
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AstaGuru (AG), India’s premium online auction house, presents its upcoming ’Imperial Treasures’ auction on September 10-11, 2025. Celebrating a melange of global craftsmanship with a fine selection of Asian ceramics, Anglo-Indian furniture, crystal chandeliers, fine silver, vintage clocks, and many other collectibles, the catalogue has been finely curated to bring together an exquisite assortment of
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At just 24, Devashi Jain is emerging as a dynamic young voice in the Indian art world. A gallerist at Nature Morte, she leads the gallery’s ambitious new vertical dedicated to International and Indian Modern Art, a move that reflects both her bold curatorial vision and her deep understanding of the global art market. Trained
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Introduction For many, the unassuming cloth handkerchief is a commonplace object in daily life. Often embellished with monograms or subtle patterns, these hankies serve the simple purpose of wiping hands and faces. However, the Chamba Rumal (where “rumal” translates to handkerchief) defies convention. Far from ordinary, it’s a unique and treasured artefact, far too precious
Stories Stitched in Time: Chamba Rumal, The Needlework Wonders of Himachal Read More »