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A Printing Tradition From Madhya Pradesh: Hear The Bagh Prints Roar!

Bagh, a picturesque village in the heart of India, Madhya Pradesh, is renowned for its exquisite block printing technique to make Bagh prints. This remarkable craft takes its name from the meandering River Baghini, which gracefully flows through the village, symbolising the very essence of this art form. Bagh Prints of Madhya Pradesh is an […]

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Dispelling Myths About Vincent Van Gogh in Julian Schnabel’s “At Eternity’s Gate

Renowned artist and filmmaker Julian Schnabel’s venture into cinema, “At Eternity’s Gate,” offers a fresh perspective on the life and art of Vincent van Gogh. Departing from traditional biopic narratives, Schnabel’s film challenges long-held misconceptions about the iconic painter, aiming to provide a more nuanced understanding of his genius and struggles. In a candid conversation

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Leheriya: The Tied and Dyed Threads of Rajasthan

Origins of Leheriya Originating in Rajasthan, leheriya is a tie-dye technique renowned for its unique arrangements of stripes, chevrons, and diagonals. This traditional artistry adorns men’s safas (turban cloths), women’s odhanis, and sarees, drawing inspiration from the monsoon’s celebratory essence in the state, and the wind’s imprints on desert sands, reflected in its name derived

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