Explore the life and times of India’s great kings by getting close to the objects they used and the art they commissioned, collected, and loved. Nearly 200 stunning artworks—including a gold throne, a silver carriage, Man Ray photographs, and a diamond belt—illuminate the dazzling world of Indian royalty from the 1700s to the 1940s, a period of dramatic change.
Journey from the throne room of an Indian court to the inner sanctum of the palace. Visit a variety of kingdoms to learn about India’s shifting political powers, its colonization by Great Britain, and the emergence of the independent nations of India and Pakistan in the modern era.
Along the way, discover fantastical art created especially for this exhibition by contemporary artist Sanjay Patel. Don’t miss more of his colorful works ... Go to event
AsiaStore in collaboration with India based Moon River Designs present…
Celebrate the Mughal Arts where artisans will be on hand to demonstrate and sell their work. Gain insight into the creative process from the artisans themselves. Feb 9-10, 16-17 and 23- 24, 12:30pm- 4pm Artisan Demonstrations
When: Feb 16 – 17: ZARDOZI Embroidery by Shyam Prasad
Time: 12:30pm- 4pm
Where: AsiaStore at AsiaStore
725 Park Avenue, NY
Admission: free
Zardozi is imperial metallic embroidery. It has it’s own relevance in history as the costume of royalty. Zardozi embroidery is rich with intricately woven patterns in gold and silver studded with seed pearls and precious stones enhanced the shimmering beauty of silk, velvet and brocade.
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