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Epic Horizons and Inner Realms: Journeying Through Landscape & Mindscape with Hodges & Ghosh at DAG, Windsor Place

The DAG Gallery, tucked away in the centre of Windsor Place, is a tribute to the diverse range of artistic tales that have influenced the development of India’s cultural legacy. This season, the gallery presents a thrilling double feature that unites two distinguished artists from disparate historical periods, each of whom made a unique contribution […]

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Day 6 at the IAADB Celebrates ‘Deshaj’: The Art of Indigenous Design

The penultimate day of the Indian Art, Architecture and Design Biennale, 2023 titled, ‘DESHAJ: Bharat X Design’, kicked off with enlightening keynote addresses by Mr. Nicola Stripolli Tarshito, renowned artist and professor, and Dr. Madhuvanti Ghose, accomplished art historian and Alsdorf Associate Curator at the Art Institute of Chicago who shared their unique artistic perspectives

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IAADB’23: Day 4 Celebrates the Influence of Temple Architecture and Design in India

The fourth day at the Indian Art, Architecture and Design Biennale was titled, ‘Samatya: Antifragile Algorithm’. It’s based on the different styles of temple architecture in India, and the exhibition has been curated by Amit Pasricha, one of India’s leading photographers. The exhibition showcases the diversity we have in the architectural forms of our temples

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Astaguru’s ‘Modern Odyssey’ Auction: A Kaleidoscope of Timeless Masterpieces by Indian Art Icons

Introduction Astaguru’s upcoming ‘Modern Odyssey’ Auction (DECEMBER 11 – 12, 2023) is set to showcase an exceptional array of artworks, offering a glimpse into the diverse and dynamic landscape of Indian art over the past decades. The carefully curated catalogue boasts a selection of masterpieces by luminaries who have significantly shaped the narrative of modern

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K.S. Radhakrishnan: Sculpting Humanity or Crafting Narratives? A Retrospective at Bikaner House

Introduction K.S. Radhakrishnan’s retrospective exhibition, “On The Open Road,” at Bikaner House unfolds as a narrative of a sculptor’s journey spanning five decades. From his early encounters with the Santhal boy Musui to the recent monumental installation “The Crowd,” Radhakrishnan’s bronze figures evoke a seamless blend of strength and lightness. Exploring the Human Form Radhakrishnan’s

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Kovilpatti Calendar Artists: Masters of Mid-20th Century Indian Art

Introduction In the mid-20th century, a group of exceptionally talented artists hailing from Kovilpatti, a quaint town in Tamil Nadu, played a pivotal role in shaping the Indian calendar art industry. Guided by the visionary C Kondiah Raju, these artists, many of whom had backgrounds in drama scene painting, acting, and music for drama troupes,

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Record-Breaking Auction: Manjit Bawa’s Untitled Artwork of Lord Shiva Sells for $2.3 Million

Introduction Sotheby’s recent Modern & Contemporary South Asian Art auction in London had an exceptional sale when an untitled artwork depicting the Hindu god Shiva by renowned artist Manjit Bawa fetched a staggering $2.3 million, with set a new record for artists It was painted in 1995, a decade before the artist’s death, and offers

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Indian Art Forms as Soft Power: How Indian Art Forms Contribute to India’s Influence Abroad.

What is Soft Power? In its fundamental essence, ‘power’ encapsulates the capacity to effect change and exert influence over others, persuading them to act in ways they might not have independently chosen. These insights are drawn from the scholarly work of Joseph Nye, a political activist in the 1980s, at Harvard University, who delved into

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