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Features

When the personal became political
Dorinda Outram considers why the portrait began to focus on the power of the individual

The age of reason
A.C. Grayling sheds light on the principle ideas behind the Enlightenment

Don't mention the cake
Matt Wolf talks to Oscar-winning director Sophia Coppola about her new film Marie Antoinette

Heaven sent: Michael Wood explores the art of the Chola dynasty
Inspired by belief, the Chola dynasty of Southern India raised bronze casting to unsurpassed levels, says Michael Wood

Living colour
Sarah Greenburg takes the temple trail through Tamil Nadu in search of Chola treasure

Made in India
John Elliott explores the contemporary art boom in India and talks to some key collectors

Regulars

Editorial
Contributors

Gallery and exhibition listings winter 2006 (687 KB)

Academy

In the studio: Fiona Maddocks visits Ian Ritchie RA in his Canary Wharf practice, and finds out how the architect’s Zen-like surroundings affect his work
Out to lunch: Richard Deacon RA
Obituary: Sandra Blow RA
Obituary: Kyffin Williams

RA Magazine Editorial: Tales of the unexpected

Who at some point has not felt like Jacob wrestling with the angel? The Bible tells of a mortal struggling with the Divine, holding fast to the angel all through the night and refusing to let go until, at dawn, he prevails and receives a blessing – an answer to his prayers.

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