Chanakya Marks 40 Years of Craft
Indian textile and embroidery atelier, Chanakya in Byculla, which has worked with over 50 global luxury brands, including Dior, Prada, and Fendi, is celebrating its 40th anniversary with three unique exhibitions across Mumbai. Expect a garden of flowers reinterpreted as ensembles, globes depicting rivers, lakes, homes and the zodiac, brought to life with woven threads, and towering Saptamatrika…
Indian atelier Chanakya, celebrated for its collaborations with renowned global luxury brands such as Dior, Prada, and Fendi, is commemorating its 40th anniversary through three distinct exhibitions across Mumbai. The atelier, founded in 1986 by Vinod Shah, showcases its mastery of various craft forms, including basketry, knotting, coiling, herringbone and twill weaving, beading, and embroidery techniques.
These exhibit handcrafted details and striking color pairings. The exhibitions, including En Route at Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum, Garden of Gestures at the Chanakya Ateliers, and Belong at Experimenter Colaba, highlight the wide-ranging impact of Chanakya's work. From fashion and education to research and artistic collaboration, the milestone is a double celebration, marking both the atelier's founding and the Chanakya Foundation and School of Craft's 10-year journey in empowering women artisans.
Each exhibition features a unique theme, from En Route's embroidered maps depicting Mumbai's history to the towering Saptamatrika sculptures woven entirely from bamboo, raffia, and cotton. The milestone is not only a reflection of Chanakya's 40 years of craftsmanship but also a testament to the enduring legacy of India's textile and embroidery traditions.
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