Women as keepers of heritage: Embroidery

Since Parsi women were the first to socially interact with their European counterparts. European designs like scallops, bows and baskets were next incorporated, leading to a unique amalgam of four distinct civilizational traditions. Parveez Chinoy of Secundarabad displays a Victorian Diamond Necklace which bears the Avestan motto, 'Humata, Hukhta, Huvarashta' and an Indian Gara with Chinese motifs which accompany the scared Zoroastrian Rooster.