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B.N. Goswamy

Pleasure of seeing a layered world—how BN Goswami helped train the eye to ‘see’

To dwell in a realm of art produced in a different context– of time and space requires not just passion. It had to be coupled with dhairya; patience and perseverance. Dr Goswami spent his entire life in the pursuit of revealing the hidden beauty of the miniature artist’s world. He was gifted with a keen eye […]

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Goswami’s research on Nainsukh influenced scholarship on art history

While art lovers and connoisseurs could appreciate the art produced in India before the 19th century; a perception was created that in this vast world– populated by diverse styles and schools— the artists did not leave any trace of their identity. In this sea of anonymity, an art lover would strain ears to hear at

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BN Goswamy: Rewriting The History of the Art of Punjab Hills by Resurrecting the Hidden Identities of the Pahari Painters

B.N. Goswamy was a notable art historian and critic in India, well known for his scholarly work on Indian miniature paintings, particularly the Pahari Painting. His work is diverse, and he is acknowledged as an outstanding scholar in the field of Indian art. Over the years, his study resulted in numerous notable transformations and breakthroughs.

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Feline Companions and Indian Culture in B.N. Goswamy’s Book

Introduction B.N. Goswamy, a distinguished Indian art critic and historian, confesses that he is not a cat lover. Nevertheless, his encounters and interactions with feline companions have led him to explore the world of cats, resulting in his recent work, “The Indian Cat: Stories, Paintings, Poetry, and Proverbs.” In this article, we will look into

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Hirst’s massive NFT experiment bears results; Ai Weiwei to curate show by the incarcerated

A SUMMARY OF THE MOST EXCITING ART NEWS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE While we focus on Indian art, we can’t obviously function in a vacuum. It’s a small world and everything is connected, especially on the web. So, let’s train our spotlight across the world map to see what’s going on — from art trends

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