Woven Flower -Details

The motif of a cockscomb plant is expressed as a singular buta in an aesthetic which connects to the gossamer, white-on-white Jamdanis of Bengal and the fine Chikankari embroidery associated with the royalty and aristocracy of erstwhile Awadh. The bloom and the leaves have a fluidity, reminiscent of Mughal rendering of flowers that captured its beauty in gentle curls. With the use of organza as base, the commission suggested the possibility of using silk as a base for Jamdani, a trend which has since picked up in contemporary expressions.

The bloom and leaves of the white Jamdani woven flower on this panel have a fluidity and delicacy that is reminiscent of the Mughal renditions of flowers. The white-on-white panel provides a beautiful play of shadows and light, proving that a lack of colour does not have to be unattractive.