Journalism of Courage
A new exhibition showcases intricate quilts woven by women of Rajasthan's Kalbelia community. (Source: IIC)
Titled 'Quilting Memories', the show is a part of the Kalbelia Craft Revival Project of Kota Heritage Society. (Source: IIC)
The exhibition, which is on till July 26, 2022 at Annexe Art Gallery, India International Centre, will feature a talk on by Dr Madan Meena, a practising visual artist, curator and researcher who is working extensively with rural, nomadic and tribal communities on July 23, 2022. (Source: IIC)
The talk will focus on the cultural history of the Kalbelia community, their distinct practices and professions which is reflected in their quilts and distinguishes them from other quilting traditions in India. (Source: IIC)
Interestingly, embroidered patterns on their quilts draws references from the texture of snake scales. (Source: IIC)
According to the press statement, as a "traditional snake charmer community", the references of snakes is evident in their folklore, music, dance, costumes, as well as in their crafts and lifestyle". (Source: IIC)
