Of the Earth – Bengal’s Terracotta

Terracotta – the baked earth Risen from the earth, a manifestation of man’s proximity to and dependence on nature – the Terracotta (literally ‘baked earth’) workmanship is inherent to the red soil region of Bishnupur in the Bankura District of Read More …

The stories we wear – Baluchari Sarees from West Bengal

Baluchari sarees feature beautifully hand-woven mythological figures and stories on silk, which make them unique and distinctive. Since the weaving community mainly resides in Bishnupur area of West Bengal, they are also known as Bishnupuri sarees. The history of this Read More …