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Indian Blue Pottery

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Origin The art of pottery has been a part of human culture since time immemorial. The origin of pottery in India can be traced back to the Harappan civilization a.k.a....

By Smriti Sahu

Traditional Masks of India

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Masks have been a significant expression of art and culture in various indigenous communities of India. Apart from holding great historical as well as traditional value for the communities that...

By Arushi Mishra

Folk Art Traditions of India

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India boasts of a rich culture of arts and crafts. Every corner and region of India possesses its tradition of creative expression. Many of these diverse art forms are a...

By Arushi Mishra

Arts and Crafts of Himachal Pradesh

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Spectacular landscape, snow-capped mountains, indigenous traditions and a convergence of diverse customs have added enchantment to the pristine natural beauty of Himachal Pradesh. From its vibrant festivals like Kullu Dussehra...

By Smriti Sahu

Exploring Pichwai Art : A Traditional Artistic Legacy of Rajasthan

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Pichwai paintings are a highly artistic style originating from the town of Nathdwara, in Rajasthan. The word “pichwai” is a portmanteau term, deriving its meaning from the amalgamation of “pich”...

By Arushi Mishra

Indian Tribal Art Forms: Exploring Indigenous Legacies

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India’s rich cultural diversity often translates into its lavish and extraordinary artistic heritage. One of the most significant components of this artistic heritage is the art forms originating from the...

By Arushi Mishra

How Bengali Modernist Painter Gobardhan Ash Challenged Traditional Artistic Expression

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Among the constellation of stars of the Bengal modern school of artists, stands out the elegant and quiet figure of Gobardhan Ash. Born in 1907, he dedicated his entire life...

By Homegrown

The Tree of Life in Traditional Indian Arts

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Table of content Introduction Kalamkari Phad Mata ni pachedi Rogal Bhil Gond   It is impossible to imagine life without the healthy flourishing flora and fauna around us, of which...

By Smriti Sahu

From Persia To India: The Enduring Legacy Of Ganjifa, India's Oldest Card Game

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Ganjifa is a captivating card game originating from Persia that has transcended time and borders to become a cherished emblem of status and sophistication, particularly during the illustrious Mughal era...

By Homegrown

Mapping India’s Arts and Crafts Heritage through G.I. Tags

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India is a country bestowed with abundant culture, tradition and heritage. The enormous  diversity seen in India is a testimony to its rich history. It is the fusion of traditional...

By Arushi Mishra

Celebrating The Legacy Of Meera Mukherjee: A Sculptor, Painter, Diarist, & Activist

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L: The Jehangir Nicholson Art Foundation R: Sotheyby's   Among the luminaries in modern Indian sculpture, Meera Mukherjee (1923-1998) stands out as a figure of quiet brilliance. However, her legacy...

By Homegrown

Chaurapanchasika paintings: Literary emotions coming alive in the visuals

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Chaurapanchasika is a Sanskrit text written in the eleventh century by the Kashmiri poet, Bilhana. It is a short work of fifty verses written by the protagonist young Brahmin man,...

By Apal