Art Kaleidoscope

An endearing note from the dealer who sold me this ...

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Some art to refresh the soul!

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A simple little work of textile art getting its time in the morning sun! This little piece was most probably woven by Beshir nomads in Turkmenistan. With a good exchange … Continue reading →

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One more example of migration of cultural memes that might hold a clue to historical events

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In India we have so many life ceremonies! Every Hindu goes through or is supposed to go through 16 important ones and dozens of lesser ones. So one attends one’s … Continue reading →

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When I was young I desired a million things but had no money to buy them with. Now when I am old, I have more money but very few things … Continue reading →

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View a Khanduri cloth from Bharaich from the Met

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Or is it a stick?  Maybe they are the sons of the weaver!  Interesting motif on an antique Kazak rug. 

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