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In the new series by Abir Pothi, we delve into the world of art crimes—a hidden and haunting realm where priceless cultural treasures are stolen, smuggled, and dispersed far from their rightful homes. Among these stolen relics is a 12th-century bronze Buddha statue, an extraordinary piece of India’s heritage. This statue, showing the Buddha in […]
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It is a deep desire to create art that does not just punctuate gallery walls, but that evokes a visceral emotional and cultural response that is the axis upon which Manish Solanki’s artistic journey intersecting these two distinct realms pivots. Based out of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Solanki derives inspiration from childhood games, a common thread that
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Washington, D.C.– In a significant case that underscores the rising conflict between environmental activism and legal restraints, two climate activists were sentenced on Wednesday for acts of vandalism at two major institutions in the nation’s capital. The incidents unfolded at the National Gallery of Art and the National Archives, both seen as iconic repositories of
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Majuli, an island in Assam, is known as the world’s largest river island and holds a rich cultural heritage. Among its many traditions, mask-making stands out as a significant art form. These masks are not just artifacts but an integral part of the island’s spiritual, theatrical, and cultural practices, rooted in its Neo-Vaishnavite background. The
The Masks of Majuli: Origins, Significance, and Cultural Themes Read More »