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ACF Lounge Series
Your ticket to on a journey through the heart and soul of creativity.
The #ACFLoungeSeries is more than just a podcast; it’s a gathering of minds, a celebration of culture, and a love letter to the arts. Through candid conversations with inspiring individuals, we’ll explore the depths of human expression, the power of storytelling, and the beauty of the world around us. Let’s connect, learn, and grow together. Tune in, and let the cultural magic unfold.
ACF Lounge Series
Indian Miniature Paintings: A Journey Through Art and History
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Historian and itihāsology's founder, Eric Chopra, joins journalist, writer & storyteller, Navneet Mendiratta, to explore the layered world of Indian art history & miniature paintings. From Mughal ateliers to the lyricism of Pahari art, they unpack how these intricate works serve as vital sources to reconstruct our diverse pasts, and how these artworks, possessing rasa, are treasure troves of symbols and stories.
The conversation touches on the artists—often unnamed—and the absence of women and queer voices in art history, prompting deeper reflection. They also trace the impact of colonialism, the tradition’s revival, and how miniature art continues to influence global aesthetics today. A layered and intriguing journey into one of India’s most refined art forms.