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Introduction Renowned artist Jeffrey Gibson, set to represent the United States at the 2024 Venice Biennale, has filed a lawsuit against his former gallery, Kavi Gupta, claiming that the gallery has withheld over $600,000 in owed funds. The legal battle sheds light on a dispute over the terms of their agreement and the investments made […]
The art world in India is buzzing with excitement as one of the most renowned and significant art installations, Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Mirrored Rooms, makes its debut at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC). This groundbreaking exhibition marks the first time that the Japanese artist’s iconic masterpiece is being displayed in India, a testament
In a quiet residential area situated at one end of Chennai’s Marina Beach, Nochikuppam, a massive monochromatic mural came to life, thanks to the creative vision of Mexican artist Paola Delfín. Supported by St+art India Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that works to bring art projects to public spaces, Delfín’s mural has become a tribute to
Introduction In a remarkable exhibition-cum-sale by Sotheby’s auction house in London, over 1,400 lots of the treasured belongings of legendary British singer-songwriter Freddie Mercury have been unveiled. Among these items is a captivating Indian miniature painting dating back to the 16th century, known as the ‘Journey of a Persian Prince.’ This article explores the significance
A Creative Confluence Down Under The Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC) at the Consulate General of India in Sydney recently orchestrated a captivating workshop on Gond art, collaborating with MeMeraki and acclaimed master artist Venkat Shyam from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. This artistic endeavor served as an innovative bridge between cultures and nations, spotlighting the intriguing
A Prominent Canadian Company Confronts Financial Setbacks Lighthouse Immersive, a Canadian company renowned for its captivating art exhibitions featuring the works of acclaimed artists like Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, Gustav Klimt, and Claude Monet, is poised to undergo a significant downsizing following its filing for creditor protection in Delaware and Ontario. Scale-back Amidst Competition and
India’s handloom sector stands as a cherished symbol of the country’s rich cultural heritage and plays a crucial role in providing livelihoods to people in rural and semi-rural regions. With over 70% of all weavers and allied workers being women, the handloom industry also directly contributes to women’s empowerment. Rooted in nature, the handloom sector
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A Stroke of Luck Fortune smiled upon a British couple as they stumbled upon what appeared to be an overlooked masterpiece by renowned English landscape painter John Constable. Simon Houison Craufurd and his wife, Adity, were astonished to learn that a painting in the guest wing of their family’s 800-year-old castle, Craufurdland Castle, might be
August 7, On This Day The name Rabindranath Tagore is etched deep in Indian history, not in small part because he is the man who wrote the National Anthem, Jana Gana Mana. But another memorable part of the Nobel Laureate’s contribution to literature and music is to Indian art, bringing in Contextual Modernism in the
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Struggle for Equality: Workers’ Call for Change The Picasso Museum in Málaga, Spain, faces a new challenge as its workers prepare to stage a strike in protest against perceived unequal wages and working conditions. This move comes after two previous strikes within the past year, underscoring the persisting grievances that employees assert are not adequately
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