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A specimen of innovative art

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Karachi: The Grandeur Art Gallery in the Defence Housing Society on Thursday was host to an exhibition of unique and innovative art by a young artist, Cyra Ali. Based on 20 specimens, the exhibition has on display cushions bearing works of well-known artists, both of the past and present belonging to Pakistan as well as […]


As long as there’s oppression,Jalib’s poetry will stay relevant

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By: Anil Datta Karachi: The late Habib Jalib was a committed socialist and the cause of those pining under the yoke of capitalism-generated misery was very close to his heart. This was the tribute paid to the late poet by Advocate Muslim Shamim on the occasion of the launch of the book, “Rodad-e-Wafa”, authored by […]


Appreciating art calls for unending imagination

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Karachi: Like a host of art galleries in town, the Canvas Art Gallery in Clifton also hosted an exhibition based on the works of nine artists on Friday. This came close at the heels of the exhibition of British artist Howard Hodgkin’s works. Also, like all other exhibitions, this one also comprised works where the […]


A profusion of calligraphic works

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By: Anil Datta Karachi: The Arts Council on Wednesday evening was host to calligraphic masterpieces highlighting Quranic verses and Islamic themes. Apart from the large number of works depicting the names of Almighty Allah and the Holy Prophet (PBUH), in the most attractive of colours and stylised letters, there are 113 works by 58 artists […]


Islamic calligraphy that would inspire even sceptics

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By: Anil Datta Karachi: Come the holy month of Ramazan and the city’s art galleries are awash with inspirational shows of Islamic calligraphy and paintings. This year’s no exception. Grandeur Art Gallery in Defence put up an engrossing show of the craft. The 39 calligraphic works lining the walls of the gallery are real pieces […]