Guru Nanak and the Monster Fish
Guru Nanak and the Monster fish is a story that teaches us the values of Sikhism - that of having your faith and focus...
The Peacock: Of a Fabulous Tail and Fantastic Tales
The competition was tough, the prize impressive. Among the many strong contenders were influential members of the avian fraternity- the Great Indian Bustard, the...
In Pictures: Christian Art in the Mughal Period
The Introduction of Christianity
Jesuit missionaries were the first group of Europeans to visit the Mughal court. They initially arrived at the Portuguese colony of...
Art Tour : Shantiniketan
If you'd ask a Bengali, you'd find that Shantiniketan is not a place - it's a way of life. As the name suggests, it...
Understanding Islam at the David Museum, Copenhagen
Today, we have little exposure to the Islamic world and culture. Globally, the tense narrative around Islam has led people to associate...
In Paintings: Rembrandt & his Mughal India Inspiration
Rembrandt is one of the greatest artists in history, with his name alone being synonymous with fine art itself! Yet, few know him as...
Nataraja : The Lord of Dance
WHAT IS IT?
'The Nataraja' is one of the most important, visually thrilling forms of the Hindu god Shiva. Artists in Tamil Nadu, India began to...
Art of the Book : Quran & Calligraphy
Tonight is the start of Ramadan, and as our Muslim friends start celebrating, here’s a glimpse into the collection of Quran manuscripts from around...
A History of Mughal Cuisine through Cookbooks
On any given weekend, my head is usually occupied with the thoughts of food. The tastebuds have been working over time for a year...
Now Showing : the Royal Arts of Jodhpur… in America!
Earlier this month, Mehrangarh Museum's landmark exhibition "Peacock in the Desert : Royal Arts of Jodhpur" opened at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston...