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Salvator Mundi, World’s Most Expensive Painting, Set to Become an NFT

Columns, News / 12/08/2023 17/08/2023

In a surprising twist that’s sending ripples through the art world, the renowned painting “Salvator Mundi,” previously attributed to the legendary Leonardo da Vinci, is set to be transformed into a non-fungible token (NFT). The painting, which fetched a staggering $450.3 million at a Christie’s New York auction in 2017, will now enter the digital …

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“My Work Has Been Used in AI More Than Picasso” says the AI Artist

Artificial Intelligence, News / 09/08/2023 10/08/2023

AI’s Unforeseen Impact on Artists The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) is undeniably transforming various aspects of our lives, including the world of art. However, for digital artist Greg Rutkowski, the rise of AI has presented significant challenges. Rutkowski, known for his work in games like Dungeons and Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, has discovered …

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The Dreams of Leonardo Da Vinci: The Vulture Fantasy From a Memory of his Childhood

Columns, Featured / 22/06/2023 24/06/2023

Smriti Malhotra Leonardo da Vinci had various dreams and aspirations throughout his life, many of which were related to his pursuits as an artist, scientist, and inventor. One of his dreams was to uncover and understand the mysteries of the natural world. He was deeply fascinated by anatomy, optics, engineering, and the principles of flight. …

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Lord Shiva Idol Linked with Trafficked Stolen Antiquities

News / 05/05/2023 05/05/2023

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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The Versatility and Genius of Leonardo Da Vinci: 11 Things You Need To Know About The Artist.

Do You Know? / 15/04/2023 17/04/2023

Vaishnavi Srivastava Leonardo Da Vinci, one of the most eminent- if not worshipped- painters and sculptors of the Renaissance art period. What can be said about the legendary artist, that hasn’t already been said? While nothing compares to the years of literary works that have been dedicated to the life and works of the artist, …

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So did Pablo Picasso steal Mona Lisa?

Uncategorized / 25/10/2022 25/10/2022

Today is the 141st birth anniversary of the great Spanish painter and sculptor Pablo Picasso. One of the most influential artists of the 20th century, Picasso is best known by his last name though his full name is 25 words long. Along with fame, Pablo Picasso also has …

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The Man Who Stole the Mona Lisa

On This Day / 08/10/2022 08/10/2022

The masterwork by Leonardo da Vinci was stolen from Paris in 1911 by Vincenzo Peruggia, who then brought it to Florence. The theft\’s repatriation efforts were only partially successful. In January 1914, less than three years after it had been taken from the Louvre, the Mona Lisa made her way back to Paris. The Mona Lisa …

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Mona Lisa from India

News / 27/09/2022 27/09/2022

Imagine Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci as an Indian! The most famous and recognisable paintings in the world draped with a saree, a red bindi, bangles in her wrist and may be some jewellery. The name must also have been different than Mona Lisa. Over the years, people have used Mona Lisa in their …

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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

News / 25/07/2022 25/07/2022

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On the Renaissance Man’s 570th birthday, we present The Da Vinci Ode!

On This Day / 15/04/2022 15/04/2022

April 15, On This Day Leonardo da Vinci, painter, draftsman, sculptor, architect, and engineer whose skill and intelligence — perhaps more than that of any other figure — epitomised the Renaissance humanist ideal, was born on April 15, 1452, exactly 570 years ago from today. One of the most famous artists of all time, he …

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