LOTUS: A HEAVENLY SYMBOL
MEANING OF SYMBOLA symbol functions as a referent and compels us to capture an associated significance embedded in culture. According to Ross Murfin, a symbol is ‘something that, although it is of inf...
KANTHA : THE ANCIENT ART OF BENGAL’S EMBROIDERED DREAMS
Introduction
A rich tapestry of history, culture, and artistry is embodied in the Kantha, a traditional form of embroidery from Bengal. A cornerstone of Bengali craftsmanship for centuries, Kantha ...
The Art of Kite-flying and a Bygone Era
“In Kabul, fighting kites was a little like going to war…By the time the snow melted and the rains of spring swept in, every boy in Kabul bore telltale horizontal gashes on his fingers from a whole wi...
The Gates of Delhi: Guardians of a Royal Capital
The architecture of the city of Delhi owes primarily to the patronage of the Mughal Empire, one of its most creative and richest periods. From Babur to Aurangzeb, leaders utilized architecture to asse...
The Evolution of Assamese Jewelry Motifs: From Ahom Dynasty to Contemporary Designs
Introduction
The beauty of Assamese jewellery lies in its patterns – flowers, birds, animals – all have a special mix of ancient skill and distinctive art that's these days characteristic of the re...
Blue Pottery: where heritage meets handmade beauty
ORIGIN AND DEVELOPMENT Arabesque pattern- Delhi’s blue pottery often features intricate, flowing patterns inspired by the mughal art and architecture, which sometimes include calligraphy, floral patte...
Banarasi Brocades: Weaving Timeless Elegance into Threads of Gold
India has a rich and diverse textile tradition. The textiles of each state in India represent their history and cultural heritage. Traditional silk textiles are ultimately the most sought-after textil...
CARVED IN LIGHT : THE ELEGANCE OF JAALI PATTERN
ARCHITECTURE MEANING ,ORIGIN & DEVELOPMENTThe word jali means an iron net. The screen itself with its net like finish is called jalidar. From their origins in the gujarat sultanate to their devel...
Art on Fabric: The Vibrant Tale of Calico Painting of Jammu & Kashmir
The state of Jammu and Kashmir has a long legacy of art and crafts manufacturing. All districts in the region produce various crafts with equal efficiency. Handicrafts are a significant source of inco...
The Miniature Paintings of Garhwal: A Window into Culture and Heritage
The miniature paintings of Garhwal stand as a vibrant testimony to the region's rich cultural and artistic heritage. Rooted in the Pahari school of art, these paintings reflect the socio-religious eth...
