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Molela Terracotta of Rajasthan: Quilting Clay

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Home to a distinct kind of clay craft where beaten clay is moulded onto titles depicting local deities especially Devanarayan (a folk deity memorialised through martial epics), Kaldeva, Gordeva, and...

By Haidamteu Zeme N

10 Ancient Indian Forms You Can Learn Online

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India is a land of rich cultural heritage and art forms that have been passed down from generations to generations. From intricate paintings to mesmerizing dances, the country has a...

By Smriti Sahu

The Fascinating History of Gold in Indian Art

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Gold has been widely used since the earliest civilizations of the world (Indian, Egyptian and Mesopotamian) were established. Its use has been documented from the ancient era to modern times....

By Misha Jaswal

6 Ways You Can Support Indian Art

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Most Indian art forms are the visual expression of a particular sub-culture or community. By supporting the local art of a region, you can better understand historical and traditional characteristics...

By Aanya Yagnaraman

The Johari Bazaar Chronicles: Tales of Community and Culture

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The serpentine labyrinths of Jaipur’s clamorous bazaars stand as a spatial testimony of the long and convoluted history of the city. The marketplace as a microcosm of social interactions and...

By Mehuli Mazumder

Artistic Celebrations in India: 5 Must-See Events in February 2023

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Are you an art lover searching for the latest and greatest artistic events happening in India? Look no further! February 2023 is set to be a month of artistic delight...

By Smriti Sahu

The Jharokhas of Hawa Mahal

Opinion

The summer palace of the Rajputana royals of Rajasthan boasts of the iconic honeycombed windows known as jharokhas. Dubbed the Hawa Mahal as a nod to the engineered airflow and...

By Mehuli Mazumder

Songs of Kutch (with lyrics)

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  Here are some beautiful folk songs of Kutch, translated to the best of our abilities! Kutchi is a beautiful language with complex combinations of Rajasthani, Gujarati, and Punjabi mixed...

By Jaspreet Kaur

8 Artsy Things to Do in Delhi During January 2023

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  1. Bodies at Sea by Devika Sundar   Date: Ongoing till 7 January Location: Blueprint12, Anand Niketan   “In 'Bodies at Sea' we traverse the boundaries between the visible...

By Jaspreet Kaur

7 Lucky Charms to Have In Your Home

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There are several cultural traditions or superstitions that exist in the world. People often use lucky charms, believing they bring good luck, prosperity, and protection to their homes. They have...

By Aanya Yagnaraman

Queendom and Womanhood in Travancore

Analysis

The protracted history of the Travancore royal family - like that of all monarchical dynasties - is fraught with tales of passion, intrigue, riches and mystery which are each worth...

By Mehuli Mazumder

Nathdwara: The City of Lord Krishna

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Located in Rajasthan, at a distance of 48 km from Udaipur on the Aravalli hills in the Rajsamand district is the lively town of Nathdwara. Nathdwara is a significant Vaishnavite...

By Agrima Mohan