19Aug
Kalamkari Painting: Scroll Narratives and Block-Prints
‘Kalam’ means pen in Persian and ‘kari’ is for craft in Urdu. The term ‘Kalamkari’ originated with an alliance between Persian and Indian traders in the 17th century.
17Aug
Exploring The Barahmasa Theme In Miniature Paintings
The Barahmasa Theme And The Art Of Storytelling Have you ever marvelled at the details of a Miniature painting and wondered about the story behind it? Indian Miniature paintings are a mesmerising sight to behold. These paintings contain references to a variety of themes. Miniature paintings tell stories through the masterful use of themes. The
03Jul
The History behind Mughal Miniature Paintings
While miniature paintings existed as early as the 9th century in India, they didn’t become a widely celebrated art form in the country until the establishment of the Mughal Empire in 1526. For those who remember their history lessons, the Mughal empire was prevalent in the Indian subcontinent from 1526 CE to 1857 CE, which
30Sep
The Golden Art Age Of The Gupta Dynasty
Sri Gupta, the founder of the Gupta dynasty, left an indelible mark on history through the dynasty’s contributions to the arts, sciences, architecture, religion, and philosophy. It is difficult not to appreciate their unique carvings and their relevance through the many artefacts that have been found. Did you know that the Gupta Era art included