Antique textile from india, A4/542 Paschim Vihar New Delhi, Delhi (2026)

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08/12/2025

A rare 80-year-old Jain Chhod — a masterpiece of devotional textile art ✨

This exquisite Jain chhod dates back approximately 80 years and is crafted on pure velvet, richly embellished with real zari. The detailing includes Barma ji at the centre along with scenes inspired by Vishnu Leela, making this a unique crossover of iconography rarely seen in Jain textiles.

Traditionally, such chhods were offered by devotees when a mannat (prayer or vow) was fulfilled. Each piece was made with deep devotion, often commissioned from master artisans who specialised in gold- and silver-zari work.

The motifs, borders, and narrative frames are all meticulously hand-embroidered — showcasing techniques that reflect the textile heritage of Western India, especially regions known for ceremonial Jain embroideries. Over time, these textiles became treasured family heirlooms, passed down through generations as symbols of blessings and gratitude.

The workmanship—layered zari, shaded silk threads, mythological vignettes, and ornate borders—shows the finesse of artisans who spent months creating a single chhod, working with precision on velvet, a fabric notoriously difficult to embroider.

A rare survivor of its era, this piece stands today as an important example of devotional art, textile history, and regional craftsmanship.

07/10/2025

A Glimpse into the Past: A Rare Su’a Senakut from the Ajay Bhoj Collection
Thrilled to share this extraordinary antique piece from the Ajay Bhoj Collection! This rare Thai military tunic, known as a Su’a Senakut, was part of the royal guard’s uniform from the late 18th century. Its story begins much further away on the Coromandel Coast of Southeast India, where it was meticulously crafted.
This stunning piece is a magnificent example of a specific type of chintz textile. The intricate, hand-drawn design, which includes a fearsome protective face, was created with a pen, showcasing the remarkable skill and precision of the Indian craftsmen, known as “Qualamkars.” It is a testament to the artistry of the Kalamkari tradition, which means “pen craft,” and the sophisticated global networks that connected continents centuries ago.
This Su’a Senakut is more than a jacket; it is a precious historical artifact and a tangible connection to the past. It shows how hand-painted textiles were a prized commodity in global commerce and a symbol of power and protection.

27/09/2025

🌟 Antique Bagh (Phulkari) – The Pride of Punjab 🌟

This stunning antique Bagh represents the finest expression of Punjabi folk embroidery, where every inch of fabric is covered with vibrant hand-stitched motifs. Unlike regular Phulkaris, a Bagh is known for its dense, all-over embroidery, transforming the cloth into a glowing field of colors, much like a blooming garden—true to its name “Bagh”.

Baghs were created not for sale but for family legacy. Women spent countless hours stitching them on coarse cotton khaddar with untwisted silk threads, often working under lamplight after finishing household chores. Each stitch carried emotion—love for a daughter, blessings for a bride, or devotion to family tradition.

In weddings, this textile played a sacred role. Spread as a ceremonial canopy, it sheltered the union of two souls, later becoming part of the bride’s dowry as a symbol of prosperity, happiness, and continuity of lineage.

The colors—deep maroons, golden yellows, ivory whites, and bright magentas—mirror the fertile land and festive spirit of Punjab. Geometric and floral motifs were not mere decoration but reflected the aspirations and prayers of women, stitched into cloth that outlives generations.

Today, such an antique Bagh is treasured as a rare collectible, valued for its craftsmanship and cultural depth. Owning one is like holding a piece of Punjab’s living history, where memory, artistry, and heritage meet.

— From the Ajay Bhoj Collection & Curation

26/09/2025

🌸 Antique Bagh (Phulkari) – A Masterpiece of Punjabi Folk Art 🌸

This magnificent antique Bagh (Phulkari) is a rare heritage textile from Punjab, created nearly a century ago. Unlike ordinary Phulkari, which decorates parts of a fabric, Bagh (meaning “garden”) is fully covered with embroidery, leaving no space untouched—turning the textile into a field of blooming color and pattern.

Traditionally, such Baghs were laboriously hand-embroidered by women of the family using untwisted silk floss on handwoven cotton khaddar. The process could take months or even years, as each stitch carried love, patience, and blessings for the recipient. These masterpieces were not commercial products, but family heirlooms, meant for rituals and life’s most important ceremonies.

Bagh Phulkari held a special place in Punjabi weddings. It was often used as a wedding canopy (chadar) during marriage rituals, and then lovingly presented to the bride. For her, it symbolized prosperity, happiness, fertility, and protection in her new life. Each motif—whether geometric, floral, or symbolic—represented prayers for abundance, strength, and the well-being of the woman.

The richness of golden yellows, deep reds, ivory whites, and earthy browns in this Bagh reflects Punjab’s fertile fields and festive spirit. The meticulous patterns showcase the artistry of rural women, whose creativity transformed simple cloth into timeless heritage.

Today, an antique Bagh like this is not just a textile—it is living history, a rare collectible that preserves the cultural soul of Punjab. It embodies the voice of generations, passed down through threads of devotion, memory, and artistry.

— From the Ajay Bhoj Collection & Curation

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