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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 […]
Diwali Special: Celebrate and Spread Colours by Gifting a Painting! Read More »
Introduction In a packed room at T.J. Byrnes, an Irish pub in lower Manhattan, the enigmatic art critic Jerry Saltz took the spotlight in a conversation with writer and columnist Dean Kissick. The event was organized by the Perić Collection and marked the ninth instalment of the Seaport Talks. Diverse Crowd Gathers The back room
Is Jerry Saltz Redefining Art Criticism in the Age of Social Media? Read More »
Introduction Banksy, the elusive graffiti artist known for his thought-provoking and subversive art, may be facing unmasking in an upcoming defamation case. The lawsuit is connected to his use of Instagram to call out shoplifters and invite them to a Guess store that had used his imagery without permission. While the case has generated intrigue,
There is No Person called Banksy But a Group of People! Read More »
Four Artforum Staffers Resign Four Artforum employees have resigned as a result of the firing of the publication’s former editor, David Velasco. Their departure followed the controversial publication of an open letter on the Gaza conflict by Artforum. Resignations Announced Kate Sutton, Artforum’s assistant editor since 2018, officially resigned Friday. On Sunday, Artforum executive editors
Resignations Follow Artforum Editor’s Firing Over Gaza Ceasefire Letter Read More »
Despite the hype surrounding Paris, dealers claim that London still dominates the European art market as Frieze opens Amid the spectre of Brexit and stringent Covid-19 measures two years ago, London’s standing as Europe’s art capital seemed under threat from Paris. However, as Frieze London’s 20th edition approaches, art dealers and experts are refuting these
10th October, ON THIS DAY The 29th death anniversary of the renowned artist SM Sultan is being observed in Narail district, Bangladesh, with great enthusiasm. This commemoration pays homage to an artistic luminary whose work and life continue to inspire generations. In a joint effort, the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, the S.M. Sultan Foundation, and the
An Artist Ahead of His Time: Remembering SM Sultan on His 29th Death Anniversary Read More »
Introduction Eight years after the shocking murders of acclaimed artist Hema Upadhyay and her lawyer Harish Bhambhani, a Mumbai sessions court has delivered a significant verdict. In a case that garnered national attention, Hema’s estranged husband, artist Chintan Upadhyay, has been convicted of conspiracy, shedding light on a complex tale of marital discord and alleged
Artist Chintan Upadhyay Convicted of Conspiracy in Hema Upadhyay Murder Case Read More »
Introduction In a shocking case of art theft and forgery, a former museum employee in Munich has been found guilty of replacing valuable paintings with fakes and subsequently auctioning off the originals. The incident has sent shockwaves through the art world and resulted in a prison sentence for the perpetrator. Guilty Verdict and Sentencing The
Museum Employee in Munich Replaces Paintings with Forgeries, Funds Luxury Lifestyle Read More »
In our everyday lives, we usually don’t consider the stories that are connected to the things around us. We don’t value our connection with objects, and as we rely more on digital technology, we don’t appreciate the experience of touching and interacting with physical things. It is necessary for us to think about and realize
Search For Identity in Objects at “Things are Vanishing Before Us” Read More »
Introduction In the world of art, the intersection of artificial intelligence and attribution has ignited a fiery debate surrounding the authenticity of a painting attributed to Raphael. Initially celebrated as a triumph of AI, this attribution has now been cast into doubt by experts who question the accuracy of the technology. This article delves into
Controversy Surrounds AI Attribution of Raphael Painting: Experts Disagree Read More »