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Textiles and Fashion
TEXTILES AND FASHION
MEET THE MAESTRO
Globally acclaimed costume collector, a genius designer, and an evolved fashion afficionado, no one can capture the world of Princely fashion like Umang Hutheesing. Catch the maestro as he dresses some of the most acclaimed royal and noble scions in Morocco.
A Throwback
When team Royal Fables spent an afternoon with the talented ladies of Indore.
DECODING THE POSHAK
Patronized by Rajput women through history, the Poshak stands the test of time. Find out what makes is so special.
OF DRAPES AND CAPES
Self taught in the art of costumery, a master of block prints and a true patron of gota patti, Rani Jaykirti Singh of Baria ensures royal atelier traditions are kept alive
sri tana bana
Lets drive into the dusty lanes of Mandawa to discover this fresco town’s best kept secret: The textile atelier of Thakurani Darshana Kumari of Mandawa, also kept alive by both her illustrious daughters
His baati and Lal Maas remains unparalleled. His jungli maas is a dip into historic times, when Maharajas went to hunt. Meet chef Hemendra Singh, the kunwar of Bhainsrorgarh.
The royal Rampur culinary legacy is inimitable. Lets meet Nawab Kazim Ali Khan of Rampur, the man who is instrumental in popularizing it across the globe.
The Princess of Sailana and the Maharani of Kangra-Lambagraon, Shailaja Katoch goes down memory boulevard to relive her days in Sailana where cooking is everyone's favorite pastime and cuisine their most treasured posession.
textiles on art
She takes inspiration from Ravi Varma prints, giving it a whole new twist. Meet Kanwarani Katyayani Singh of Khajurgaon in lofty studio.
Kangra Kalam
Married into the kingdom of Kangra- Lambagraon, Maharaj Kumari Kamalaxi Katoch relives Kangra miniatures in her art.
the automobile as art
Princess Vidita Singh of Barwani grew up witnessing vintage cars and now brings them alive on her canvas.
inspired by wildlife
From the three majestic cats to the statesque horse, this father-son duo are creating wildlife paintings that feel near real.
ART & DESIGN
keeping alive the miniature art atelier tradition
Krishna’s almond eyes, Radha’s ethereal smile and Kishangarh’s rich flora and fauna. The journey of Princess Vaishnavi Kumari of Kishangarh as the patron of her inherited school of design is as beautiful as the paintings her artists make. A tribute to Nihal Chand and this thriving art form.
PEOPLE & PLACES
The home of the zamindars in indore
Royal Fables traveled to Indore to enjoy the quaint charm of Bada Rawla, home of Madhavi Mandloi Zamindar. Rushes from a high tea hosted by the family and brand Kaunteya.
minaketan's conservation of oriya crafts
From Sambalpuri weaves to fine dokras; from patta chitra paintings to jute bags, Yuvrani Meenal Singh Deo of Dhenkanal is keeping more than 60 indigenous crafts alive.
gangaur: When parvati returns to shiva
Married into Talcher and born in Meja, Mewar, Priyamvada Singh relives the story behind Gangaur.
rathyatra and three cuddly gods
Rath Yatra led by the Puri Naresh never fails to charm on the momentous day of the Rath Yatra. A ground zero report.
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