Meet the Author
Suparna Shankaranand Natesan
Suparna Shankaranand Natesan is pursuing a Master's in Curating Cultures at SOAS, broadening her expertise from the Indian subcontinent to the wider context of Asia. As a specialist in antiquity from the Indian sub-continent at Natesans Antiqarts Pvt Ltd, she has played a pivotal role in building Indian art collections and has consulted for private museums in India over the past seven years. Her entrepreneurial venture, Taksh by Natesans, is a testament to her appreciation for indigenous craftsmanship and her dedication to empowering artisans. Suparna’s research interests delve into the interplay of cross-cultural exchanges, exploring how artistic styles evolve and how an artist's identity is shaped by diverse influences. Her academic journey at SOAS has shaped her curating practice as one that merges ancient traditions and contemporary expressions across Asian cultures.
