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Earthen Matka Losing That to Plastic, Do You Think We Have Done Justice in This Globalisation? (Part-4)

Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From […]

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Lawsuit Alleges Sotheby’s Involvement in “Misleading Promotion” of Bored Ape Yacht Club NFTs

Introduction A recent class action lawsuit filed in California has thrust renowned auction house Sotheby’s into the spotlight, as a group of investors accuse the institution of participating in a “misleading promotion” campaign aimed at boosting the profile of Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) non-fungible tokens (NFTs). The lawsuit, filed last week, alleges that

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Beeple’s $29M NFT Sculpture ‘Human One’ Makes US Debut at Crystal Bridges Museum

The Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, Arkansas, is set to host the American debut of “Human One” (2021), the first-ever sculpture created by digital artist Mike Winkelmann, popularly known as Beeple. The unveiling of this groundbreaking artwork marks its first appearance in the United States since it fetched a staggering $29 million at a Christie’s

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13-Year-Old Prodigy Laya Mathikshara Takes the NFT World by Storm, Earns Over $1 Million in Two Years

This teen digital artist, Laya Mathikshara, has emerged as a shining star in the world of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), showcasing her talent and entrepreneurial spirit at the young age of 13. As the COVID-19 pandemic forced people to seek new hobbies and outlets for their creativity, Laya’s passion for digital art became her ticket to

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The Indian Museum Makeover: Rebirth of Cultural Renaissance

Tsuktiben Jamir India’s museums used to be thriving collections of varied histories, cultural artefacts, and intellectual riches. But over time, the degradation brought on by dishonest infiltration and neglect weakened the feeling of national pride. The emphasis moved to material prosperity, discarding priceless artefacts and pushing museums to the background. These institutions lost their position

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The Inaugural Edition of ART SG Launches in January 2023

Abhishek Kumar The biggest art exhibition in Southeast Asia serves as a crucial hub for significant players in the art world, including international galleries and collectors. With the intention of expanding ties between the Southeast Asian area and the international collector community, the new international art expo, ART SG 2023, will soon welcome art enthusiasts. Significant

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Hirst’s massive NFT experiment bears results; Ai Weiwei to curate show by the incarcerated

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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