Bengal has never ascribed to the idea of dolls being nothing but playthings for children. Dolls have always been culturally and traditionally important to the people of this land. In every district of Bengal, there is a tradition of making dolls that has been passed
Although Kolkata is well known for being a hotspot for artistic talents, the majority of these treasures are still relatively unknown. Finding them is fascinating and enjoyable since it broadens your perspective. The City of Joy is all about finding contentment in the little things
“A pen is the tongue of the mind” Creation of pens has essentially facilitated the basis of our civilization. It is through pens that we could write and communicate information for generations to come. The greatest works of art from authors like Shakespeare or the greatest
PThe Dark Goddess Kali is not just another idol depicting a religious fervor --- rather it is all about meeting of cosmic energy of the universe sending her divine power and blessings. That’s why this aggressive feminine form was popular even in 19th century Kolkata,
Padma Shri Takdira Begum, Birbhum If poet Jasimuddin’s Nakshi Kanthar Maath depicted the love story of Shaju and Rupai, a different tale is crafted on the silk and tussar wonders of Bengal, be it a saree, or a blouse or a scarf --- the Nakshi Kantha
The ‘Arts of India’ sale at Christie’s London has scored a whooping Rs 12 crore or 1,350,000 pounds in a one single day. And the biggest takers were canvases by artists from Bengal. Christie’s is not just another auction house, but have been celebrated all
The inner world of asanas An island peeps in the middle as Ganga envelops it from all sides, This is the place where trader Shiva resides, Shiva visits his in laws’ house and is given a wooden stool to sit, He is welcomed and served flat rice made of
These dolls do not dance or make facial expressions, they are static, rustic, yet charming, carrying a legacy of art and crafts tradition of Bengal down centuries. The Gala Putul and Babu Putul of Bengal reflect a lost era, they carry the simple charm of
When the chants of Bharat Mata ki jai often floats around these days in political rallies, it is indeed curious to note that the very concept of Bharat Mata was born in this very Bengal during Partition of 1905. That was the year when the
Rural and once upon a time urban Bengal were well conversant with adda sessions, sitting together on a mat spread across the floor. These mats popularly known as madoor in Bengal are prepared from a special kind of reed grass, found in places like Sabang