Sep-16Cul Flashcards
Sep-16Cul -Index
- Jogi Tribal Art
- Bundi School of Painting
- Nathdwara Painting
- M S Subbalaxmi
- Indian Museums in Best 25 in Asia
- Australia Returns Stolen Sculptures to India
- Trinumalai Nayak Palace
- Kanaka Murthy
8.1. JOGI TRIBAL ART
Why in News?
The Rajasthan government has installed Jogi Tribal Art Paintings across Jaipur in an attempt to make people aware and to keep the traditional art alive.
The paintings have been installed at one of its stations, on billboards, buses as well as on bus stands around the city.
What is Jogi Art?
Jogi Art is tribal art form that hinges on lines and dots.
It is mostly done in black and whites; however the recent installation in the city of Jaipur is of vibrant colours.
It is practised by artists from Magriwada in Reodar tehsil of Sirohi district in Rajasthan.
Interestingly, now this tribal art form is just practised by a nuclear family
8.2. BUNDI SCHOOL OF PAINTING
Why in News?
Bundi Paintings are one of the many art forms that have used to decorate public places by the Rajasthan Government.
This art form has been used to decorate the Kota Railway Station.
More About Bundi School of Painting
Bundi School of Painting is a Rajasthani style of Indian miniature painting that lasted from 17 the century towards the end of 19th century.
It basically existed in the princely state of Bundi and the neighbouring principality of Kotah.
The Bundi School is characterized by a fondness for lush green vegetation, dramatic night skies and a distinctive way of depicting water with light swirls.
The Bundi School has a close association with the Mughal style.
The Bundi Paintings emphasized on hunting, court scenes, procession, life of nobles, lovers, animals, birds and scenes from Lord Krishna’s life.
8.3. NATHDWARA PAINTING
Why in News?
The Rajasthan government has decked the Udaipur railway station in Nathdwara paintings in an attempt to keep the traditional art form alive.
More about Nathdwara Paintings
Nathdwara Paintings refer to a school of artists that originated in Nathdwara in Rajasthan.
The Nathdwara School of Painting is a subset of Mewar School and is seen as an important school in 17th and 18th century.
These paintings have different sub-styles, of which the Pichwai Paintings are the most popular.
Pichwai Paintings are cloth paintings hung behind the image of Hindu God, Shrinathji.
Pichwai paintings illustrate different moods of Lord Krishna.
8.4. M S SUBBALAXMI
Why in News?
The Suswaralakhsmi Academy of Classical Music and Performing Arts in Benguluru celebrated the 100 birth anniversary tribute to M. S Subbalaxmi.
More about M.S Subbalaxmi
Madurai Shanmukhavadivu Subbulakshmi born on 16th September, 1916 is known as a legendary Carnatic singer. She died on 11th December, 2004.
She was the first musician ever to be awarded the Bharat Ratna as well as the first Indian musician to receive the Ramon Magsaysay Award.
She received several awards during her career such as Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan, Bharat Ratna and more.
To honour her legacy, UN (United Nations) issued a stamp on her 100th birth centenary.
What is Carnatic Music?
Carnatic music, Karnāṭaka saṃgīta or Karnāṭaka saṅgītam is one of the two sub-genres of Indian classical music that evolved from Hindu traditions; the other being Hindustani music.
This type of music is mainly associated with the southern states of the country.
Carnatic music pays a huge emphasis on vocals. Most compositions are to be sung even when they are being played on instruments.
Like Hindustani music, Carnatic music also relies on two main elements; Raga and Tala.
Violin, mridangam, tambura, ghatam, kanjira, morsing, venu flute, veena and chitraveena are some of the musical instruments used in performances.
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8.5. INDIAN MUSEUMS IN BEST 25 IN ASIA
Why in News?
Five Indian museums have featured in the top 25 museums in Asia according to a survey conducted by Trip Advisor.
Leh’s “Hall of Fame” has topped the India list of must-visit places of the same survey.
The other four museums that featured in the list are: Bagore ki Haveli (Udaipur), Victoria Memorial Hall (Kolkata), Salar Jung Museum (Hyderabad) and Jaisalmer War Museum (Jaisalmer).
Other museums to feature in the top-10 India list are: Darshan Museum (Pune), Don Bosco Centre for Indigenous Cultures (Shillong) and Gandhi Smriti (Delhi).
Leh’s Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame located near the Leh Air Field is a museum built in the memory of soldiers who lost their lives during the Indo-Pak wars.
It has been constructed and maintained by the Indian Army.
The museum not only enlists information about the soldiers but also houses artefacts (weapons) from various wars.
Bagore ki Haveli
Bagore ki Haveli is an ancient structure (haveli) in Udaipur, Rajasthan that has been converted into a museum.
It was built by Amir Chand Badwa, the Prime Minister of Mewar in 18th century.
The museum portrays the culture of Mewar. It has glass and mirror interior work.
There are also displays of costumes and modern art.
The museum also has premium mural paintings of Rajasthan designed in Mewar.
Unique symbols of the Rajput clan such as jewellery boxes, dice-games, hukkas, pan boxes, nut crackers, hand fans, rose sprinklers are also on display.
Salar Jung Museum
The Salar Jung Museum is loacated at Darushifa, on the southern bank of Musi river in Hyderabad. It is one of the three national museums of the country.
The museum’s collections are sourced from the property of the Salar Jung Family.
It has a collection of sculptures, paintings, carvings, textiles, manuscripts, ceramics, metallic artefacts, carpets, clocks and furniture from Japan, China, Burma, Nepal, India, Persia, Egypt, Europe and North America.
Some of the important Indian historical collections are: paintings of Raja Ravi Verma, Aurangzeb’s sword and a wardrobe of Tipu Sultan.
Victoria Memorial Hall
Victorial Memorial Hall is a large marble building built between 1906 and 1921 in the memory of Queen Victoria. It houses a museum today.
The building was designed by William Emerson, President of the Royal Institute of British Architects.
Although not the same, the architecture has an uncanny resemblance to the Taj Mahal.
The museum has 25 galleries in all which includes the Royal Gallery, the National Leaders Gallery, the Portrait Gallery, Central Hall, the Sculpture Gallery and the newer Calcultta Gallery.
The museum has the largest single collection of the works of Thomas Danielle and nephew William Danielle.
It also houses a collection of rare and antiquarian books.
Jaisalmer War Museum
The Jaisalmer War Musuem is located 10 km from Jaisalmer on the Jaisalmer-Jodhpur Highway.
This museum is built and maintained by The Indian Army.
It has been built in order to commemorate the sacrifices of the war heroes of 1965 Indo-Pak war and the Battle of Laungewala.
The museum also showcases the glorious history of the Indian Army.
It also displays war exhibits which include vehicles and equipments captured during 1965 and 1971.
8.6. AUSTRALIA RETURNS STOLEN SCULPTURES TO INDIA
Why in News?
Australia returned three ancient sculptures to India that were stolen and smuggled out op the country.
What is it?
The sculptures that have been returned includes a third century rock carving worth $8,40, 000, a 900-year-old stone statue of Goddess Pratyangira and a Seated Buddha.
The sculptures were returned after photographic evidence suggested the presence of these sculptures in India till a few decades ago
The sculpture will now be placed at the National Museum in India.
The National Gallery of Australia is investigating seven more objects.
8.7. TRINUMALAI NAYAK PALACE
Why in News?
A light and sound show depicting the life of King Trinumalai Nayak and the construction of the Palace takes place in the Trinumalai Palace every day.
It is one of the major attractions in Madurai.
Trinumalai Nayak Palace
King Trinumalai Nsayak built this palace in 17th century over 20 acres depicting the grandeur of South India.
This Palace is a classical fusion of Dravidian and Rajput styles.
Built in 1636, it was known for its 248 pillars.
Only a quarter of the original structure stands today.
After independence, the Palace was declared to be a national monument.
8.8. KANAKA MURTHY
Why in News?
Kanaka Murthy is a kannada sculptor who won the highest sculpture award in Karnataka.
Who is Kanaka Murthy?
Kanaka Murthy is the only woman sculptor in the country whose sculptures are worshipped in temples.
Her work includes authentic reproduction of Chola, Hoysala and Chalukya styles.
Her sculptures are installed are many prestigious places such as Wright brothers features at the Visvesvaraya Industrial Museum.
She has directed many sculpture workshops all over India.
