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19th November 2023 To 7th January 2024

Sutr Santati in Mumbai

Partnering with Lemark Institute of Art, Mumbai, Bhavyata Foundation is actively engaged in the Sutr Santati initiative.
Bhavyata Foundation X Lemark School of art as Co-creator’s at SutrSantati.

The National Gallery of Modern Art, in collaboration with the Abheraj Baldota Foundation, inaugurated the exhibition “Sutr Santati – Then.Now.Next” on November 19, 2023. Curated by Ms. Lavina Baldota and inaugurated by Ms. Vidya Balan, the exhibition showcases exclusive contemporary handmade textiles, fostering creative collaboration among weavers, craftspeople, curators, artists, designers, and enthusiasts, providing a comprehensive representation of India’s diverse geography and culture in a prolific post-independent artistic period. Partnering with Lemark Institute of Art, Mumbai, Bhavyata Foundation is actively engaged in the Sutr Santati initiative. Our endeavors seek to facilitate meaningful conversations between artists, various art forms, and the contemporary societal context, underscoring the cultural opulence of India. The exhibition features masterful craft creations such as Shami Lanmi, Paithani, Patola, and Tangaliya, serving as a testament to India’s profound contributions to society and the global artistic panorama.

12th May 2023 To 3rd September 2023

Sutr Santati In Melbourne

Partnering with Lemark Institute of Art, Mumbai, Bhavyata Foundation is actively engaged in the Sutr Santati initiative.
Bhavyata Foundation X Lemark School of art as Co-creator’s at SutrSantati.

“Sutr Santati: Then and Now” is an international exhibition hosted in Melbourne, Australia. Curated by Lavina Baldota from the Abheraj Baldota Foundation, the exhibition showcases the evolution of textile traditions over time. It brings together the works of prominent artisans, craftspeople, and designers who have contributed to the diverse textile heritage of the country. Bhavyata Foundation, in association with Lemark Institute of Art, Mumbai, is lending a helping hand in Sutr Santati. We initiate a conversation between artists, art forms and contemporary society while bringing them closer to the idea of a Greatness of a Cultural Nation like India. Master craft creations from varied art forms across the nation, such as Shami Lanmi, Warli, Kamangiri, Patola & Tangaliya, depict the glory of India’s contributions to society and the world. Know More..

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18th August 2022 To 15th October 2022

Sutr Santati in Delhi

Partnering with Lemark Institute of Art, Mumbai, Bhavyata Foundation is actively engaged in the Sutr Santati initiative.
Bhavyata Foundation X Lemark School of art as Co-creator’s at SutrSantati.

To celebrate 75 years of Indian Independence, the Abheraj Baldota foundation and Gaurang Shah Foundation would like to salute India through ‘Sutr Santati,’ a textile exhibition representing the 75 traditional Indian textiles designed to foster Indian pride using traditional techniques using indigenous natural yarns. This exhibition will bring to the forefront all the craftspeople from various clusters pan India involved in creating every piece.

The exhibition celebrating the 75th year of Independence will open on 18th Aug 2022 when we want to invite the world to celebrate the beautiful craftsmanship of India, the diverse interpretation of art forms in the country and honor those who are playing a significant role in keeping these traditions alive. This exhibition will travel to various Indian and international Museums.

On the occasion of the 75th Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, Bhavyata Foundation, in association with Lemark Institute of Art, Mumbai, is lending a helping hand in Sutr Santati. We initiate a conversation between artists, art forms and contemporary society while bringing them closer to the idea of a Greatness of a Cultural Nation like India. Master craft creations from varied art forms across the nation shall depict the glory of India’s contributions to society and the world.

OUR IMPACT

2700
Artisans
4
States
8
Art Forms

Key Features

Design Intervention
With a team of budding innovative designers, we give a contemporary outlook to traditional art.
Market Exposure
To help rural artisans market to appeal to the tastes of society; is where we step in to help.
Skill Enhancement
We educate artisans with new and efficient techniques to help them meet market demands.
Honor Heritage
On the occasion of the 75th Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, we intend to celebrate exquisite Indian textile arts.
Key Features

Our Work

Patola

Patola - The Guru’s Treasure Trove
Artist - Dineshbhai Rathod, Mukeshbhai Rathod & Bharatbhai Rathod

  • Single Ikat Patola is a traditional Indian silk textile known for its intricate resist-dyeing technique and vibrant geometric patterns.
  • Artwork Inspiration – “64 Kalas” refer to the myriad arts and skills traditionally celebrated in Indian culture, representing a comprehensive spectrum of talents and knowledge.
  • Fabric – Crafted in the ancient Patola style with meticulous yarn ‘tie-dye’ technique, using Mulberry Silk yarns dyed with natural dyes.
Paithani

Rhapsody in Hues - An Ashtanyika Inspired Ensemble
Artist - Mahendra Yadav, Sant Kabir National Award winner Shamim Giram & Santosh Vyavhare

  • Paithani is a traditional handwoven silk saree characterized by its peacock and flower motifs, originating from Paithan in Maharashtra, India.
  • Artwork Inspiration – Ashtanayika in Bharatmuni’s Natyashastra embodies a woman in love, portraying diverse moods and emotions, with each of the eight (Ashta) actresses (Nayika) linked to specific sentiments, situations, and traits.
  • Fabric – This paithani dupatta, meticulously crafted with Mulberry Silk and Zari using the Tapestry Weaving Technique, showcasing skilled paithani weaving and featuring motifs with the shlok mentioning Ashtanayika woven around the border.
Shami Lami

Shaphee Lanphee Embroidery - Veer Gaathaa
Artist - Smt. Thouroijam Radhamani Devi

  • Shaphee Lanphee is one of the decorative cloths traditionally used to honor war heroes in Manipur.
  • Artwork Inspiration – Our Defence Services And Those Heroes, Who Laid Down Their Lives In The Defence Of Our Great Nation, Just Like The Bravehearts of the yore.
  • Fabric – A Coarse Black Coloured Cloth With A Red Border is used to create this piece, and with the help of cotton embroidery threads, a camouflage pattern is designed for tribute.
Kamangari

Kamangiri Art - Asaawari
Artist - Shri Hasmukh Valji Machchhar

  • The “Kamangiri art” is a form of mural painting commissioned primarily in the Kutch region of Gujarat.
  • Artwork Inspiration – A procession of performers dancing and playing instruments.
  • Fabric – The piece is made with Organic Kala Cotton Yarns dyed with Natural Dyes for the Tangaliya Woven Dupatta and Azo Free Fabric Paints for the painting.
Kheng

Khneng - Connecting India
Artist - Victory Synrem

  • A 200-year-old tradition from Meghalaya, Khneng Embroidery, is done by the Khasi tribes to decorate the border of their dress. Khneng literally means border.
  • Artwork Inspiration – Indian Railways, with its vast network, connects the whole nation.
  • Fabric – The stole used for this piece is Handwoven Eri Silk stole; Cotton & Wool threads are used for embroidery.
Phad

Phad - The Mosiac of Moksha
Artist - Shri Mahendra Yadav

  • Phad painting is a style of religious scroll painting and folk painting practiced in the Rajasthan state of India.
  • Artwork Inspiration – A game of Mokshapad (Snakes & Ladders) representing virtues and vices found in many aspects of our lives.
  • Fabric – The stole used for this piece is Handwoven Muga Silk stole, and it is painted using Azo-free Fabric Paints.
Tangalia

Tangaliya - Indus by Shepherds
Artist - Shri V Manji Bhai

  • ​​Tangaliya weaving, also known as Daana weaving, is practiced in Surendranagar district of Gujarat.
  • Artwork Inspiration – The most famous Pashupati seal in the ancient culture of Indus Valley Civilization with the Indus Script.
  • Fabric – Natural Dyed Organic Kala Cotton Yarn is used for this artwork.
Warli

Warli - Tribal Tryst with Heritage
Artist - Shri Krushna Sadashiv Bhusara

  • The Warli Painting tradition in Maharashtra is among the finest examples of the folk style of paintings.
  • Artwork Inspiration – 40 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India depicting the rich culture and abundance of art and architecture.
  • Fabric – Ahimsa Eri Silk Dupatta is used for this artwork which is hand spun, hand woven also, dyed and painted using Natural Dyes.
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