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Street Art on Trial: Legal Battle Over Mural Raises Questions of Ownership and Intellectual Property

In the heart of Mumbai’s Sassoon Docks, Mexican artist Paola Delfín embarked on a daring feat, balancing herself on a crane to breathe life into her monumental 40-foot mural. Little did she know that a year later, her captivating creation titled “Humanity,” celebrating the working women of the docks, would be at the centre of […]

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From Goa to the Capital: Sonia Rodrigues Sabarwal’s Artistry in the New Parliament

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

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British Couple Endures Nightmarish Consequences After Banksy Paints Mural on Their Home

Iftikar Ahmed A British couple has found themselves trapped in a “living nightmare” since enigmatic street artist Banksy adorned the side of their Suffolk residence with a massive seagull mural in 2021, according to reports in the Sun. Garry and Gokean Coutts, the homeowners, have been plagued by vandals and faced with a costly dilemma:

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Seattle museum nixes showcase of Big Tech employees’ art amid backlash; and more from the world of art

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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Turner Prize 2021 shortlist out, Kim K faces art smuggling case, and Hirst talks about Cherry Blossoms

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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