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Embroidered Textiles At The Hyderabad Court

 
Rahul Jain (Author)
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Embroidered Elegance: A Glimpse into the Exquisite Textiles at the Hyderabad Court" takes readers on a captivating journey into the opulent world of embroidered textiles that adorned the prestigious court of Hyderabad in India. This meticulously researched book showcases an unparalleled collection of intricately crafted fabrics, illustrating the city's rich tapestry of heritage, artistry, and culture.

 

Contents: Preface, 1. Introduction, 2. Early Asaf Jahi and Late Mughal Embroideries (1700-1850), 3. Classical Zardozi: Embroidered Furnishings (1800-1875), 4. Modern Zardozi: Embroidered Furnishings (1875-1925), 5. Modern Zardozi: Royal Ceremonial Garments (1850-1950), 6. Zenana Ensembles (1850-1925), 7. Embroideries from the Indian Art Exhibition at Delhi (1902-1903), Bibliography, Acknowledgements.

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About the author

Rahul Jain

Rahul Jain is a textile researcher and historian who lives and works in New Delhi. His publications include technical studies of the traditional Indian drawloom, the woven silks of Sultanate India, as well as the court velvets, sashes, and luxury fabrics of Mughal India. He has also written about contemporary Indian hand-crafted textiles. He runs a workshop of traditional drawlooms in Varanasi. The workshop weaves silk samite, lampas, and velvet textiles modelled on historical Indian and Iranian fabrics.

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Bibliographic information

Title Embroidered Textiles At The Hyderabad Court
Author Rahul Jain
Format Hardcover
Date published: 06.12.2023
Edition 1st ed.
Language: English
isbn 9788119061938
length 231p., Illustrations (Colour); 29cm.