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China and India: Future of Past Traditions

February 7, 2007

Vishakha N. Desai president , Asia Society

Dr. Vishakha N. Desai focuses on a selection of artists from China and India and discusses their work in the context of a changing world order while examining their roots in traditional art practices.

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Topics: Art & Architecture | Culture & Identity

Tags: Contemporary Art | Drawing | Economics | Human Rights | Painting

Presented by PBA and High Museum of Art:

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