JULY 2019
Khaas Baat : A Publication for Indian Americans in Florida

‘THE FABRIC OF INDIA’ EXHIBIT JULY 7-OCT. 13 AT THE RINGLING IN SARASOTA

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Sari (detail)  Bangaluru, Karnataka  ca. 1867 
Silk and metal-wrapped thread  790 x 109cm 
V&A: 6107 (IS) © Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Textiles are and have been a defining force in India’s culture and history, so much so that in ancient Greece and Babylon, “India” was shorthand for “cotton.” “The Fabric of India,” The Ringling’s first major exhibition of Indian art, will showcase the variety, technical sophistication and adaptability of Indian textiles from the 15th to the 21st century.

“The Fabric of India,” on view July 7-Oct. 13 at the Sarasota museum, will feature more than 140 examples drawn from the internationally-renowned holdings of London’s Victoria & Albert Museum and international partners. Historical dress, carefully preserved fabrics and cutting-edge current fashion will be displayed, giving visitors an opportunity to explore not just the superior craftsmanship of the textiles, but the story they tell about the social, economic and political exchanges that drove their creation and consumption.

“The beauty and technical mastery of the textiles in this exhibition are extraordinary, but there’s also a great deal of substance,” said Rhiannon Paget, Ph.D., curator of Asian art at The Ringling. “Ultimately, the exhibition is not just about textiles or India, but about the shared histories, achievements and fates of people in every corner of the globe.”

Tent Hanging  Probably Jaipur, Rajasthan 
about 1700-1800  Velvet with applied gold leaf 
V&A: IM.30-1936 
© Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Spanning more than 500 years, “The Fabric of India” showcases the remarkable techniques of weaving, dyeing, printing and embroidery of the Indian textile industry. Organized in six thematic sections, the exhibition features a wide range of objects such as a Kashmir Map Shawl, a large, finely-woven pashmina intricately embroidered with a bird’s-eye view of the city of Srinagar, capital of the territory of Kashmir; a border for a woman’s dress from the 19th century embroidered with green iridescent beetle-wing cases; and a more-than-50-foot Gujarati room hanging that was found abandoned on a New York City street. Fabrics and clothing from contemporary designers that engage with India’s rich heritage of textiles will also be displayed, including pieces by Osman Yousefzada, Dries Van Noten, Hermès, Rahul Mishra and Manish Arora.

“In our interconnected global landscape, exhibitions like this are essential to increasing our understanding of the forces that have shaped an important industry,” said Steven High, executive director of The Ringling. “And the vibrant color and extraordinary artistry of the objects will certainly inspire creators in our community and beyond.”

A 240-page color book, edited by Rosemary Crill, former senior curator of the Asian Department at the Victoria & Albert Museum, will be available for purchase in the Museum Store.

To contact The Ringling at 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, call (941) 359-5700 or visit www.ringling.org/events/fabric-india

Story provided by The Ringling 



TAMPA TO HOLD ANNUAL RATH YATRA ON JULY 14

By NITISH S. RELE

Tampa Bay Rath YatraThe annual Tampa Bay Rath Yatra (The Festival of Chariots and Dharma Sammelan) will take place Sunday, July 14, at the new Sanatan Mandir, 311 E. Palm Ave. The festival, organized and celebrated by the Tampa Bay Rath Yatra (T.R.Y.) Association since 2006, will begin from 8:30 a.m. with the seating of Lord Jagannath, Balram and Subadhra followed by arati and puja. Then Rath Yatra will begin on a route around the temple and then return on the mandir grounds. After mahaprasad, there will be a cultural program at 1:30.

Tampa Bay Rath YatraIn India, the holy town of Puri, Orissa, home of the Lord of the Universe, Jagannath, celebrates this festival. The temple of Jagannath, also known as Krishna, in Puri is one of India’s major pilgrimage sites. The Festival of Chariots signifies Lord Jagannath’s journey from the forest into the hearts of people. The Rath Yatra in Puri will be on July 4.

Among the co-sponsors are Sanatan Mandir, Odias of Florida, Alachua Hare Krishna Temple and Khaas Baat.

For more information, call (813) 221-4482 or (813) 503-3388. 


SAVE THESE DATES – PEMBROKE PINES, ORLANDO, TAMPA!

Here are just a few important dates you want to note on your calendar for upcoming events.

SOUTH FLORIDA NAVRATRI OCT. 5, 12

PEMBROKE PINES: The Indian Regional & Cultural Center (IRCC) will celebrate Navratri from 8 p.m. Oct. 5 and Oct. 12 at Silver Trail Middle School, 18300 Sheridan St., Pembroke Pines. For information, call Dr. Durgesh Thaker at (954) 554-8739 or email board@irccflorida.com

CENTRAL FLORIDA DIWALI CELEBRATION NOV. 2

FLORIDA DIWALIORLANDO: Gujarati Society of Central Florida will celebrate the Festival of Lights from 5 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, at Hyatt Regency, 1 Grand Cypress Blvd. Festivities include variety of foods, open bar, concert-style live band and fireworks. For tickets/reservations, call (407) 468-0716 or visit www.gujaratisocietycfl.com

TAMPA INDIA FESTIVAL NOV. 2

TAMPA INDIA FESTIVALOrganized by the Gujarati Samaj of Tampa Bay, the daylong 32nd India Festival will be held on Saturday, Nov. 2, at the Florida State Fairgrounds, 4800 U.S. 301 N. As always, booths will offer clothes, jewelry and home décor. There also will be numerous eateries selling delicacies such as samosas, bhel puri, dosas, chicken tikka and more.

In the entertainment area, performers will be adorned in colorful attire for four categories of dance competition – garba, raas, folk and bhangra. Several closed-circuit TV monitors will be set up so people can shop and eat while watching the dances.

This year’s India Fest Chair is Sudhir Shah. To become a sponsor, advertiser or booth rental, email info@indiafesttampa.org or visit www.indiafesttampa.org

Disclaimer: Please check with local organizers, event details are subject to change.

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