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Early Background and Introduction: Iranian miniature art, dating back to pre-Islamic times, is a small-scale painting on paper used as book illustrations or individual artworks in albums called ‘Muraqqa’. It has been popular in the West due to its longevity and better-preserved condition. Persian art originated in Iran, spread to China, developed, and returned to […]
Khanna’s works deal with a realistic world, the goings on; the play of maya caught in its own momentum, its own web; blurred under its own momentary existence against the eternal march of time. The moments caught on canvas seem to have a rhythm about them, as though, they are flowing over to the next
A visual record of history – Krishen Khanna Part 2 Read More »
The centrality of visual art is governed by geometrical considerations. But it is the discovery made in the process that underlines its longevity. Krishen Khanna, a self-taught artist, has been engaged in making these discoveries through his entire span of life. His art has come to be celebrated globally for the fresh insights in
As an artist, I am not subservient to anybody – Krishen Khanna Part 1 Read More »
“The Bindu or cosmic egg is a symbol of primordial genesis from which, in Hindu mythology, all Creation is born” – S.H. Raza Syed Haider Raza was born on 22nd February 1922, in Kakkaiya (locale Mandla), present-day Madhya Pradesh, to a deputy forest officer Syed Mohammed Raza and Tahira begum. He began drawing at the
S.H. Raza’s Love for Bindu: The Geometrical Amalgamation of Spiritual Anatomy Read More »
7 Famous Paintings on Gandhi Artists have captured Mahatma Gandhi, the symbol of non-violence and an embodiment of India’s independence struggle in their creations. He is the subject of artists from different ages and genres who have embodied his image in visual forms that depict the essence of his person and being in addition to
Gandhi Through the Artist’s Eye: 7 Iconic Paintings and Iconography Read More »
The western state of Gujarat is a crown jewel of the Indian state. Not only is it famous for its food, art forms, and tourist attractions, but the state is also home to a myriad of magnificent architectural wonders spanning decades, cultures, and religions. These monuments in Gujarat remind us of the intricate details that
20 Stunning Monuments in Gujarat for Architecture Lovers Read More »
Vandana Shukla Humour has been an essential element of art since the earliest times. From ancient cave paintings to contemporary installations, artists have used humour to engage, entertain, and enlighten their audiences. Once we take a closer glimpse into Indian art, we find out that it also hosts a rich history of humour that is
Tickling the Funny Bone: Exploring Humour in Indian Art Read More »
How Did Charles Correa Architecture Help With Urban Planning India? After the 1947 Independence, a united India was riddled with the issue of rebuilding the nation. After the Britishers had been defeated, they left the country in ruins. There was no effective governing system or amenities, and most importantly nobody addressed the needs of the
Local Traditions and Context Reign Supreme in Charles Correa’s Philosophy Read More »
Vasudeo S. Gaitonde was a forerunner among Indian modernist painters, noted for his affiliation with non-objective art and his meditative, atmospheric abstractions. His work does not conform to the common understanding of both colour and form and provides a deep sensory experience. As a contemporary artist, Akhilesh observes that Gaitonde’s use of colour was radical.
Artists who Captured Durga Puja of Bengal Worshipped through Durga Puja, one of the grandest festivals in India, which commemorates the victory of Good over Evil as goddess Durga defeats Mahishasura demon. There is more to this festive season than just worship; it provides a platform for artistic blooms: sketches, drawings, paints and artwork bringing