India has a rich textile heritage, where each region has its own speciality in terms of the techniques as well as the subjects or motifs. Expressing this richness of our textile heritage was the concept of this project. For this, we first looked at the various techniques prevalent, then at the different motifs used in different ways in each place, and then narrows down on how we wanted to showcase a particular motif for each space and show how it has been expressed in different regions with different techniques.
INSPIRATION
PROJECT DETAILS
Project: Art Integration for Textile House and Office in Surat, Gujarat
Design Area: 12,240 sq ft / 1137 sq m (carpet area)
Client: Mr. Gulshan Nandwani
Year of Completion: 2018
Design Team: OBL/QUE, Rogan
Photography Credits: Pratikruti09
THE PEACOCK MOTIF
A beautiful bird, the Peacock is associated with power immortality and symbolizes courtship and fertility. It is also believed to carry a sense of energy that comes from renewal of its feathers every year. In Indian textiles, Peacock motif is found in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Kutch, Kathiawar.
Size : Approx. 2700 mm x 1050 mm
Technique : Made in mixed media and mixed technique, this mural uses paint on canvas, layering of MDF, thread-work, mirror-work, wooden block, fabric, and painted metal representing Ikat, Mirror work, Ajrakh, Kantha, Kalamkari, and Kanjeveram
THE LOTUS MOTIF
Lotus is a symbol of union of earth, water and sky, symbolizing the power of life. It also symbolizes creation, wellness and beauty. In Indian textiles Lotus motif is used all across the country in Himachal Pradesh, Bengal, Punjab, Karnataka, Nathdwara, Gujarat, Maharashtra.
Size : Approx. 1500 mm x 900 mm
Technique : Made in mixed media and mixed technique, this mural uses paint on canvas, layering of MDF, thread-work, mirror-work, wooden block, fabric, and painted metal.
THE ELEPHANT MOTIF
Elephant is a symbol of strength, nobility, prosperity, wisdom and royalty. Lord Ganesha bears an elephant head, symbolizing great intellect and wisdom. In Indian textiles, the elephant motif is commonly found in Gujarat, Banaras, Rajasthan.
Size : Approx. 1500 mm x 900 mm
Technique : Made in mixed media and mixed technique, this mural uses paint on canvas, layering of MDF, thread-work, mirror-work, wooden block, fabric, and painted metal.
THE BACKDROP
The subtle yet beautiful tree depicted on the wall of the terrace adds to the beauty of the terrace space as one for gathering and rejoicing. It consciously uses very light and subtle colours with slight accents so that it does not become too loud.
Size : Approx. 6000 mm x 2500 mm
Technique : This beautiful work has been directly painted onto the wall by the artist.
