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9 Art Galleries And Museums In Mumbai EVERY Art Enthusiast Must Visit Once

When we think of Mumbai, our mind wanders to the luxurious life of Bollywood stars. After all, the city is the film centre of India. But Mumbai has more to offer. Apart from its glorious nightlife, long marine drive, and vast beaches, Mumbai also has several renowned art galleries and museums that you must visit […]

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Evolution of Bhadralok and Babu Representations in West Bengal’s Visual Arts

The 19th century in West Bengal was marked by a sudden surge of the Bhadralok as we have now read in the previous articles in the Bhadralok series. The Bengali elite or the “babu” of Bengal changed the cultural landscape of the region in many different ways. Their dressing was a mixture of Indian and

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Is Mumbai Ready to Embrace the Global Spotlight with Art Mumbai 2023?

Introduction In a significant stride towards enriching India’s cultural tapestry, the inaugural Art Mumbai is set to take place from November 16-19 at the Mahalakshmi Race Course. Spearheaded by visionaries Minal Vazirani, Dinesh Vazirani, Nakul Dev Chawla, and Conor Macklin, the fair aims to unite India’s premier galleries and artists under one roof. Setting the

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Mumbai’s Vibrant Art Scene Blossoms in September: Must-See Exhibitions and Events

The city of Mumbai comes alive with a captivating array of art experiences as the festive season kicks off. September brings a burst of creative energy to the metropolis, offering a diverse range of art exhibitions and events. Here’s your guide to the must-see happenings this month. Chemould Prescott Road: Celebrating Six Decades of Art

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Uncovering the Cultural Tapestry of Calcutta: ‘The Babu and the Bazaar’ Exhibition

Tsuktiben Jamir Presented by the DAG (formerly Delhi Art Gallery), ‘The Babu and the Bazaar’ exhibition offers a captivating journey into a bygone era, where Calcutta thrived as a melting pot of contrasting cultures, ideologies, and artistic expressions. From May 8th to July 1st, visitors can immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of this vibrant

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Sati & Sundari: Art Show Explaining the Transitions of Women’s Life

Krispin Joseph PX Art always talks about Time and space. Where do these things happen, and when? That is the fundamental question of the Artwork. Artwork from the past encounters us at a certain point in history, bringing ideas about history into our contemporary society. How we reach here is a gradual process; we, or

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11 Masterpieces of Raja Ravi Varma: Traversing through the Iconic Creations

Smriti Malhotra Raja Ravi Varma, was born on 29 April 1848 to an aristocratic family in Kilimanoor, Kerala and was a self-taught artist who was commissioned often to make portraits of Indian Royalty. He is known for his work portraits and depiction of Indian women and depiction of particularly poignant scenes from Indian mythology. He

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AD Design Show to exhibit the premium products in the field of Art and Architecture

Bringing some of the world’s leading luxury brands and contemporary art galleries together under one roof, the AD Design Show is opened this weekend on 16th December and will be closed on 18th December 2022 at Jio World Convention Centre, BKC Mumbai. It’s a boutique fair of furniture, lighting, art, accessories and design. Architectural Digest

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Secret society in Ukraine creates art under occupation; art conservators knew early on about climate change; and more from the news

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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