TEXTILE TRADITIONS OF GUJARAT VASANTHI VELURI
This catalogue is primarily a quick reference guide for the lay person, an introduction to the various communities of Gujarat that practice valuable textile skills, their lifestyle, and the evolution of the craft. It is a comprehensive compilation that details 25 textile crafts along with the communities practicing them. Most of the textile pieces shown in the book are a part of The House of MG collection; other images are of those pieces which are a part of other museums or private collections in the state.
The crafts and communities are entwined in such a manner that in some cases multiple communities practice similar crafts with slight differences. A more detailed information on each of the crafts can be accessed though the URL links provided at the bottom of each page. The House of MG Textile Gallery offers a detailed insight into the grandeur of the textile traditions. For those interested in exploring further, a visit to the various museums in Ahmedabad and pursuing a wide range of books written about Gujarat are highly recommended!
