Rooftop – Where India Inspires Creativity

Uncovering the Rich History of the Buraq in Indian Art

All legendary beings are born this way. First, a whisper, a fleeting mention of a fabled appearance. Then, the questions appear. ‘Who is this creature?’ ‘Who can tell me more about her?’ The artist, the poet, and the thinker take inspiration from obscure parts of history, and fill in the gaps with their imagination. The Buraq in Indian art evolved from a nondescript beast to a unique cultural symbol over the span of several centuries.

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Mythical Creatures: The Simurgh in Indian Miniature Painting

Like the phoenix, we all wish to rise from the ashes. We wish to find victory even after tasting bitter defeat. The mythical bird is an irreplaceable part of modern culture and mythological narratives. But did you know that there are different versions of the phoenix? Some say that the legendary Simurgh is a predecessor of the phoenix. In this blog, we will look at the Simurgh in Indian Miniatures.

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Depiction of Holi in Indian art 

The festival of Holi is widely celebrated in India. It is one of those days that people look forward to every year with utmost excitement! Although played the same way, each region has its own unique name for this festival.

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Mediaeval Architecture: Similarities between India and the West

Mediaeval art is a period that saw the flourishing of great architectural pieces in both India and Europe between the 5th to the 15th centuries AD. Over this millennium of architectural innovation, the religious masterpieces have survived predominantly. In this article, we will delve into the fascinating parallels between two cultures separated by geography and religion – Hindu India and Christian Europe.

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5 Ways Everyone Can Support Indian Art

Indian art has existed for thousands of years and contributes to the culture of a region. Unfortunately, due to the lack of knowledge and thereby, interest, with regards to ancient Indian art forms, they might soon become unknown to the modern generation.

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ArtSay: Stories Art से

To some it means poetry, to some it is a banana stuck on a pale wall with a glossy metallic tape, while to some it simply means the entire length of a Vishal Bhardwaj film. Not everyone understands it but everyone has something to say about it – ‘Art’ is a term so colourful, so subjective, when one starts defining it, one can’t help but bring in the nuances of their personality into its definition. But whatever one’s definition of Art, there is always a personal story attached to it. 

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Icons, Themes, And Objects: European Symbols in Mughal Art

With the rising influence of the Mughal Empire as not merely a local stronghold but a powerful ruling dynasty, it was inevitable that its people would soon come into contact with cultures far beyond their wildest dreams. In the second part of this two-part series, we will examine European symbols and how they affected the art of the Mughal Empire.

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Styles of Floor Art Painting in India

Floor art paintings have existed since the beginning of time, and not undergone much change since. Different cultures and civilizations are centred around these paintings, although they go by several names. These designs have both religious and spiritual meanings attached to them. 

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Jain Manuscript Painting: A Glimpse At The Jain Kalpasutra Manuscripts

Once upon a time, Gods, demons, and spirits were said to have roamed the wild and breathtaking expanse of the Indian subcontinent. Tales of this unknown, fantastical existence differ in each group, each community, and each culture of humanity. In this very land were born the three most ancient religions still in practice: Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.

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