Sculpture

METAMORPHOSIS OF TEXTILE EVOLUTION

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
METAMORPHOSIS OF TEXTILE EVOLUTION

On day three of India Couture Week 2025, Amit Aggarwal invited audiences into a world where science meets soul with his collection, “Arcanum.” Subverting the typical bridal-centric narrative of Indian couture, Aggarwal looked inward, crafting a collection inspired by the double helix of human DNA. The result was a hypnotic showcase of sculptural forms, engineered textiles, and a gender-fluid aesthetic that pushed the boundaries of traditional craftsmanship and storytelling. Arcanum, meaning “a secret” or “a…

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DISCOVERY OF ELEGANT FLUID STRUCTURES

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
DISCOVERY OF ELEGANT FLUID STRUCTURES

Krésha Bajaj’s international debut at Dubai Fashion Week was nothing short of extraordinary, with the presentation of her collection “The Archive of Hidden Things.” This groundbreaking line reimagines ready-to-wear, infusing it with the essence of couture. Each piece is crafted with intimate secrets—from concealed corsetry beneath fluid drapes to hidden structures within linings and discreet motifs—offering a nostalgic journey of discovery and restrained elegance. With a narrative arc of Revelation, Obsession, and Liberation, the collection…

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SAFFRONART FOUNDATION OF INDIA ART

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
SAFFRONART FOUNDATION OF INDIA ART

Saffronart, a prominent international auction house specializing in modern and contemporary Indian fine art, antiquities, design, and jewelry, recently hosted a memorable evening in Mumbai to honor Tyeb Mehta’s centenary and celebrate the auction house’s 25th anniversary. The event served as a testament to Saffronart’s commitment to promoting Indian art and its pivotal role in shaping the country’s art market on both national and international platforms. Established in 2000, Saffronart has continuously pushed boundaries and…

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COMPLEXITY OF RELIGION & PHILOSOPHY

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
COMPLEXITY OF RELIGION & PHILOSOPHY

The “Husain: The Timeless Modernist” exhibition at DAG in Bombay fearlessly commemorates the work of the legendary artist M.F. Husain more than a decade after his passing. As the largest exhibition ever dedicated to Husain, it spans nearly six decades of his creative output and explores key themes that defined his artistic journey from the 1950s through the 2000s. Husain’s works are known for their complex blend of subtractions and additions, yielding obscure yet profound…

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IDEAS, FORM & FUNCTION

Posted on by Girish Bajaj. GB
IDEAS, FORM & FUNCTION

Issey Miyake’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection, unveiled at the Carrousel du Louvre, showcased a stunning array of garments that blurred the lines between form and function, challenging our conventional understanding of clothing. Creative Director Satoshi Kondo drew inspiration from Erwin Wurm’s unconventional worldview, infusing the collection with four main ideas: Abstract Concrete, Body Object, Nature Fabrication, and Clothing Sculpture. The four main ideas challenged traditional ideas about clothing and its relationship to the human form. As…

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SPIDERMAN WEARS $6 MN AUDEMARS PIGUET IN DUBAI

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SPIDERMAN WEARS $6 MN AUDEMARS PIGUET IN DUBAI

An opulent event held at the highest tower of the Central Park Tower in Dubai, Audemars Piguet unveiled the new limited edition Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man” and the one-of-a-kind piece. This partnership, which began in 2021, serves as an illustration of the Audemars Piguet’s capacity to draw inspiration from outside the realm of high-end watchmaking, particularly from popular culture and the entertainment industry in general. This special edition watch features the Spiderman’s 3D silhouette…

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The Magnificent Universe of Alexander Calder

Posted on by Faith Boutin and Murray Rosen
The Magnificent Universe of Alexander Calder

The simplest forms in the universe are the sphere and the circle.  I represent them by discs and then I vary them.  My whole theory about art is the disparity that exists between form, mass, and movement. – Alexander Calder On November 20, 2013 we were invited with other members of the press to a preview of the new Alexander Calder exhibit “From Avant-Garde To Iconic” at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). Alexander…

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