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Record 1 2017-06-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Cosmetology
  • Plastic Arts
CONT

The motif of the bindi is used prominently by Delhi-based artist ... These small colourful dots applied to the forehead and known as the "third eye" have traditional links to Hinduism, yet are now also a widely available cosmetic accessory.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Cosmétologie
  • Arts plastiques
CONT

[L'artiste], qui vit à Delhi, exploite à profusion le motif du tilak, aussi nommé bindi. Cette pastille de couleur apposée sur le front et appelée «troisième œil», est traditionnellement associée à l'hindouisme, aujourd'hui il s'agit pourtant d'un article de maquillage universel.

Spanish

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