Shisha, Kantha, and Kachchh: South Asian Domestic Embroidery in the TATTER Collection
exhibitionsSep 1 – Dec 31
The in-person exhibition is open to the public from September to December, with an expanded digital exhibition freely available on Substack.
This exhibition reframes South Asian domestic embroidery—from mirrorwork to dowry bags—as works of fine art.
Who's Involve
Ekta KaulPerformer
Shahnaz KhanPerformer
Description
Mounted as the first long-term exhibition in the Blue Library, this display draws from the permanent collection to frame the makers as artists. The featured works include shisha mirrorwork panels, kantha-stitched coverings for the home, and Kachchh dowry bags.