Guru Gobind Singh is often depicted in paintings holding a ‘Baaj’. It is common knowledge that the Guru was known as “Chittay baaja wala” or, “Keeper of the White Falcon,…
“The abstract art of Nasreen Mohamedi is a significant contribution to modernism, expanding the boundaries of western art history” Nasreen Mohamedi is India’s first woman abstract artist, and unrivalled at…
Born in India, raised by the world, the art of ‘Yoga’ has a fascinating story to tell. In over 4000 years of it’s existence, Yoga is now a multi-million dollar…
People throughout human history have been fascinated with mountains. Their majesty fills us with wonder; for many , the mountains are religious abodes, while for others they are nature’s challenge,…
In the late 18th and early 19th century (200 years ago), the hashtag that could have been trending in Europe (and the West in general) would be : #Orientalism. It was…
Pondicherry is best explored and experienced on foot or by cycle. The gorgeous yellow and purple buildings in the White Town make for great photographs as do the ornate windows…
On our way back from Pondicherry to Chennai, we decided to take a stopover at Mahabalipuram, a small town that falls in the Kancheepuram district. Also known as Mamallapuram after…
This Diamond Necklace commissioned by an Indian Maharaja is the Star of a Hollywood Movie!
When a Hollywood movie combines Museums and Indian Maharaja-archives, it’s got to be one you cannot miss! The French luxury designer brand ‘Cartier’ recently re-created a legendary diamond necklace for…
#MuseumWeek : Highlights from India
The much awaited Museum-Week 2018 finally came to an end last week, and admittedly, left us exhausted! If there’s any such thing by the name of online-museum-fatigue, this week-long social…
Bringing Museums alive with Digital Technology
In this hyperconnected world, how can museums use digital technology to engage its audiences? Last month, I was invited to speak alongside two other museum-tech enthusiasts at a YES Bank-backed…
How Ask-A-Curator Day revealed the hidden-secrets at CSMVS Mumbai
Ever wondered what the oldest object in a collection is? Or whether a particular painting or exhibit has a hidden meaning? What does it mean to be a Curator and…
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