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In a world where art intertwines with heritage, there exists a luminary whose presence casts a captivating spell on all who encounter her. Dr Shobhita Punja was a true connoisseur of Indian art and culture; she dedicated her life to unravelling the mysteries and preserving the beauty of India’s artistic legacy. With a heavy heart, […]
Smriti Malhotra India’s rich cultural tapestry is interwoven with a myriad of vernacular artforms that beautifully capture the essence of diverse communities. Among these, the Warli idiom stands out as a poignant reflection of tribal life, offering a profound glimpse into the world of the Warli community. With its simplistic yet evocative imagery, the Warli
Simple, Geometric and Celebratory- The Dancing Forms of Warli Art Read More »
Aditya Sisodia Four influential artists from Goa—Francis Newton Souza, Laxman Pai, Lancelot Ribeiro, and Vasudeo Gaitonde—are preparing to make their mark in the upcoming Collectors’ Choice Modern Art Auction. These remarkable artworks, expected to fetch substantial prices, serve as a testament to the significant contributions these artists have made to the field. The name Francis
Aditya Sisodia Goan artist Sonia Rodrigues Sabarwal has made her mark on the recently opened New Parliament building in Delhi with her depiction of the goddess ‘Sheetlai’ as part of a mural called the ‘People’s Wall.’ Representing the art from different states of India, Sonia’s panel showcases the vibrant culture of Goa. The mural, which
From Goa to the Capital: Sonia Rodrigues Sabarwal’s Artistry in the New Parliament Read More »
Krispin Joseph PX Cultural artefact trafficking is the main problem in that culturally rich countries. There are traffickers and smugglers active in cultural trafficking; they steal the artefacts from museums or heritage sites, smuggle that from the mother country to another and sell them to museums or individuals. Thousands of Centuries-old cultural heritage artefacts are
AI is Designed for Catch Cultural Artefacts Traffickers Read More »
Krispin Joseph PX Crimes related to Art and culture are currently ranked as the third largest criminal enterprise globally. In comparison with terrorism, drugs and violent crimes, art and cultural crimes are not considered “crimes” against people and their life. What is Art crime? Art crime is an umbrella term; many things are in that
Do you Know about Art Crime: How We Lost Heritage Objects? Read More »
Port Muziris is one of India’s greatest archaeological findings of the 21st century. The port is no myth, we have conclusive evidence for its existence, yet it remains surrounded by grand historical, often hyperbolic, narratives. The Kochi-Muziris Biennale has always maintained that it is as much about the art as it is about its host