Art

Carpets, alternatively known as “Farsh” or “Qali,” have played a significant role in the cultural and economic history of India, particularly during the reign of...

Amidst the neutral tones of greys and whites dominating the Indian roads and highways, a burst of contrasting colors emerges, injecting a touch of happiness...

In the rich landscape of Indian mythology, Jainism emerges as an ancient, profound belief system, intricately woven with artistry that adorns manuscripts and preserves sacred...

Evolution, Decline, and Revival of Indian Papermaking throughout the Ages The advent of papermaking marked a revolutionary leap in technology, reshaping the very fabric of...

The story of the Kashmiri shawl  Handwoven cloth from the Indian subcontinent’s Kashmir region has been revered for centuries for its exquisite softness and decorative...

  In the heart of cosy winter nights, amidst swirling mists and tales of old, there exists a tradition that transcends time—a tradition as ancient...

history of Mughal Diwali The history of Mughal Diwali brilliantly displays Akash diya and fireworks that lit up the medieval skies. But there’s more to...

THE SELEUCIDS AND THE MAURYAS The Mauryan Empire was a vibrant empire that had contacts with several regions of the Ancient World. The Greeks, also...

Background & Genesis: Masks & Mud or Terracotta The word ‘mask’ appeared in English in the 1530s from the French ‘masque’ which means to conceal...

The Mandana Art is the visual folk art of the state of Rajasthan and is regarded as one of the oldest surviving tribal art forms...