Search results for: 'Art and artist'
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Collection StoriesThe Afterlife of the Taj Gardens: Changes in the Landscape$1.00
Often described as ‘Poetry in Stone’, the Taj Mahal was laid out between 1631-43 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. It is the architectural elements of the Taj complex that grab the most attention, but in fact the garden is the heart of the complex . The visitors today are so transfixed by the Taj itself that they remember very little of the garden. DAG Archive attempts to illustrate the life and ‘afterlife’ of the Taj gardens, once its control was taken over by the British. This archive deep dive showcases the objects from A. E. P. Griessen’s (1875–1935) collection.
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ArtistsArpana Caur$0.00Born in New Delhi in 1954, Arpana Caur completed her post-graduation in literature from Delhi University before choosing art as her vocation. She started studying painting at Central Saint Martins art college in London but could not complete the course. Learn More
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Events and ProgrammesMosaic Metropolis$1.00
A hop-in hop-off trail through the Calcutta underground metro rail, exploring the story of the murals that adorn the metro stations and enliven the everyday commute of millions of people.
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Events and ProgrammesMuseum as a Classroom: Jorasanko Thakurbari$1.00
A capacity building workshop for teachers on crafting museum-learning experiences for students at the historic house museum of the Tagore family. The workshop will focus on tools that can help make school visits to heritage sites more interactive and engaging.
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Events and ProgrammesPigment: Material Matters$1.00
A workshop on making botanical pigments with the Patachitrakars at Naya Village, who will share their songs and painted scrolls.
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