Art

Shortly after the outbreak of World War II, the palace’s artworks were packed for safekeeping into wooden crates and moved from villa to villa. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Stolen Dutch painting returned to Florence museum

Painting, stolen by Nazi soldier, is back in Florence museum.

20 Jul 2019 9:15 AM

Alex Dea (left), Sunil Kothari (second from right) and dancer Ramli Ibrahim (right)

Wayang Wong shows connection between arts of Indonesia and India

Watching these aesthetic presentations, one realises how Indonesia and India are so closely connected through these performing arts.

18 Jul 2019 10:44 PM

The coffin has suffered a lot of damage, including cracks in the golden layers of plaster and a general weakness in all golden layers. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Tutankhamun’s coffin to be restored for the first time

Tutankhamun golden coffin under restoration for the first time.

18 Jul 2019 11:32 AM

Visitors will see projections and illusions showing the vibrant colours of the palace interiors before Victoria’s eldest son Edward VII redecorated it predominantly in white and gold. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Buckingham Palace from 19th century to be digitally recreated

Hi-tech illusions bring Queen Victoria's palace to life in UK Summer exhibition.

18 Jul 2019 11:15 AM

It is true when it is said, ‘the artist may die but their work will always transcend time.’ It has been an eternal truth for many artists and Rabin Mondal is a prominent name among them.

Art beyond time

Hard-hitting, visually appealing and consistent. The works of this artist will live on forever.

18 Jul 2019 12:55 AM

Anita Shirodkar launches ‘Ambuj’

The third book in the Guardians of the Blue Lotus trilogy

17 Jul 2019 2:08 PM

Celebrating Regional Modernism

The Madras Modern: Regionalism and Identity exhibition in the city lets you discover an unknown part of Indian art history.

17 Jul 2019 1:04 AM

Charcoal state of mind

Here’s an exhibition that explores diverse human expressions through charcoal drawings.

17 Jul 2019 12:23 AM

At the time, many heterosexual square dance clubs expected members to come in pairs, said Howard Richman, a member of the Times Squares, New York’s LGBTQ-friendly square dance club. (Photo: AP)

Old dance style gets a new spin by gay square dancers

Gay square dancers add new spin to centuries-old dance style.

12 Jul 2019 10:02 AM

During the pre-Hispanic period, oil from chia seeds was mixed with powdered minerals or plant-based dyes to create protective coatings and decorative designs. (Photo: AP)

Gallery that has the finest collection of Mexican folk art

Gallery in central Mexico displays a trove of folk art.

11 Jul 2019 11:27 AM

Aarti Ankalikar perform at the series of soirees themed on the monsoon.

Singing for the rains: Maharashtra music marathon hails the Malhars

Amaan Ali Bangash played one of his best concerts; starting with Mian Malhar. He went on to play a succession of family compositions.

10 Jul 2019 2:34 AM

The space contains the works of Niren Sengupta, Nupur Kundu and Niladri Pal, all presenting examples of representational art.

Art from the heart, three times over

Good things come in threes. Take, for instance, this exhibition by a triad of artists known for their representational art.

10 Jul 2019 2:15 AM

Where will man take us? published by Penguin Publications. (Photo: File)

Book Review: Where will man take us? A bold story of the man technology is creating

This book reassesses how man-made technology is controlling humans by citing examples.

09 Jul 2019 3:40 PM

The more than 3,000-year-old sculpture, on display at Christie’s London auction house, shows the boy king taking the form of the ancient Egyptian god Amen. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Egyptian relic to be auctioned in London despite protests

A quartzite Tutankhamen head set for London auction despite Egyptian protests.

05 Jul 2019 12:31 PM

Art of illusion

Artist Akshita Gandhi’s mix-media artworks will be displayed at Bridgehampton Museum in New York.

05 Jul 2019 5:11 AM

How is Indian classical dance viewed abroad? Some answers

The place and impact of India’s dance traditions throughout the world is obviously a vast subject covering space and time.

03 Jul 2019 1:09 AM

Talking about the art form, which is relatively new to India, Pratik explains that perceptual art only includes an installation with hanging objects, but it exists all around too.

An art of perspective

Mumbai-based Pratik Mehta, one of the few artists pursuing Perceptual Art, redefines creativity offering visual perspective to different projects.

03 Jul 2019 12:58 AM

Tutankhamun is thought to have become a pharaoh at the age of nine and to have died about 10 years later. (Photo: AFP)

3000 year old head sculpture that sparks Egyptian outcry

Tutankhamun sculpture's London auction sparks Egyptian outcry.

01 Jul 2019 10:50 AM

The “Vase of Flowers” oil painting, worth millions of dollars, was originally put on display in Florence in 1824 after it was bought by Grande Duke Leopoldo II for his art collection. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Painting looted by Nazis to return to Italy

Still-life painting looted by Nazis to return to Florence.

30 Jun 2019 11:39 AM

The exhibition showcases contemporary Indian artists experimenting with new art forms.

Contemporary World

At times the artists find inspiration in human beings at other times in nature or surroundings.

28 Jun 2019 1:39 AM

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