Bangladesh's High Commission hosts inaugural exhibition of Jamdani textiles in Delhi
The Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi recently inaugurated the first-ever 'Jamdani Exposition' at the National Crafts Museum, marking a significant celebration of Bangladesh's rich cultural heritage. The event, conceptualized by Bangladesh's High Commissioner to India, M Riaz Hamidullah, was curated by renowned Indian craft and textile revivalist Chandrashekhar Bheda.
Rajat Dutta, Founder & Initiator of Inheritance, played a pivotal role in organizing the exposition. The exposition showcases some of the finest Jamdanis woven by Bangladesh's master artisans, including two rare 150-year-old Jamdanis.
The co-curator, Chandrashekhar Saha, highlighted the fabric's lineage, comparing it to the once-supreme Bengal Muslin. He expressed hope that the legacy of Jamdani will endure. Saha also stated that Jamdani stands on the same pedestal as the Muslin, an art that needs to be seen and felt to understand.
Padma Shri award-winning designer Sunita Kohli described Jamdani as 'woven air,' while Muzaffar Ali, celebrated filmmaker and designer, called it a 'true delight of light and texture.' Ali further emphasized that Jamdani has the power to 'unite nations through a shared appreciation of craft.'
Two national award-winning Jamdani weavers, Mohammad Jamal Hossain and Mohammad Sajeeb, have been flown in from Bangladesh to demonstrate live the intricate process of weaving Jamdani at the exposition. Chandrashekhar Bheda noted that Jamdani cannot be replicated by machine.
The inauguration ceremony drew an eclectic gathering of distinguished guests, including envoys from dozens of countries, alongside artists, filmmakers, and textile connoisseurs. Kohli called Jamdani an 'intangible luxury,' measured not by price, but by patience, time, and the human hand.
Chandrashekhar Saha also stated that Jamdani stands on the same pedestal as the Muslin, an art that needs to be seen and felt to understand. The exposition was inspired by the overwhelming response to the display of a few Jamdanis during the Independence Day anniversary celebrations.
The exposition will remain open to visitors daily until September 23. The event is a testament to the enduring beauty and craftsmanship of Jamdani, a tradition that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
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