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Part Two The passage of time is always marked by the disappearance of that which once was. Whether through neglect, disinterest, or systemic erasure, the stories we fail to remember can be lost forever. Yet, in the practice of memory work, there exists a counterforce: a quiet persistence. This persistence, embodied in the work of […]
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Antoni Gaudi is considered the most significant Spanish architect and the most eminent exponent of Catalan Modernism in the late 19th century and early 20th century. Barcelona City is elegantly enfolded with Antoni Gaudi’s architectural beauties in the heart of Spanish life as their cultural essence. Mathematical aspects are the significant elements of Gaudi’s architectural
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A new museum was built for the newly independent nation in 1955, the foundation stone was laid by our very loved and first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru and now the same museum is getting demolished very soon! In this article we shall delve on the early makings of the National Museum. This is the story
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Part One At the confluence of personal memory and cultural inheritance lies a fragile but persistent force: the will to remember. On a humid Goan Sunday morning, at Museum of Goa’s public program ‘MOG Sundays’, this force found a collective voice in the launch of Absent Archives, a project initiated by Archival Matter. Described as
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Here are 11 things you need to know about the Japandi style or aesthetics: It may be all the rage now, this new aesthetic that has been doing the rounds in homes and interiors and in the design world. But the Japandi style is anything but a new aesthetic. It is simply a blend of
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While Indian art history has long celebrated its painters, sculptors and modernist masters, the rich and nuanced tradition of printmaking often remains overshadowed. While a few names may have found recognition, many remain unappreciated. This piece seeks to spotlight these artists and their contribution to the evolution of Indian visual culture and the enduring relevance
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Printmaking as an Art Practice Printmaking is a distinctive art form that merges technical precision with creative expression, offering artists a medium through which lines, textures, and compositions are transformed in ways that are uniquely their own. Unlike photographic reproductions or digital prints, traditional printmaking involves hand-processed techniques. Historically, the drive behind early printmaking was
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The Lalit Kala Akademi has announced the call for submissions for the 3rd Print Biennale India 2025-26, an international exhibition celebrating the art of printmaking. The prestigious event will be held at the Akademi’s Regional Centre in Kolkata, marking another milestone in India’s contemporary art landscape. Global Platform for Printmakers The biennial exhibition aims to
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Introduction Hydraulic systems have been a significant part of human civilisation for thousands of years, with their roots in Pascal’s Law and the transmission of force through incompressible fluids. These systems, consisting of pumps, cylinders, valves, and actuators, are used in various industries like construction, manufacturing, aerospace, and transportation. It enhances productivity, efficiency, and safety
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Kotpad, a small village nestled in the picturesque state of Odisha, holds a weaving tradition that is both captivating and vanishing with the passage of time. The artistry of Kotpad weaving, passed down through generations, embodies a softer, more artistic lens of the world. Weaver’s Homes at Kotpad Within the weavers’ abodes, a long corridor
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