New exhibition in Inspiration Gallery: "Embroidered Stories: One Stich many Names"

Wed, 17 Jul 2024

New exhibition in Inspiration Gallery: "Embroidered Stories: One Stich many Names"

LLDC Craft Museum, Ajrakhpur, Bhuj- Kutch

The eleventh exhibition at the Inspiration Gallery of the LLDC Craft Museum was inaugurated with an artisan workshop. This exhibition showcases the beautiful embroidery stitch known by various names across different communities. The Ahir community calls it ‘Baawadiyo’, the Mutwa community refers to it as ‘Gotanv’, the Sodha-Jadeja and Meghwaad Maarwaada communities know it as ‘Hooramaji’, while the Rabaari community calls it ‘Naakaaru’. The Meghwaad Maaru community names it ‘Haramji’, and in the Node, Haalepotra, Raaysi, and Pathan communities, it is known as ‘Hooramaj’. This exhibition celebrates the rich cultural heritage and the artistry of these communities, preserving their unique embroidery traditions.

Disabled Friendly
Photography Allowed
Kids Friendly
Wi-Fi Available