Dhoti Collection

Girl from the Himalayan mountains playing with a parrot
Siamese man (Thailand) in pointed hat, shirt, dhoti, and slippers.. Handcolored woodcut from Auguste Wahlens Manners, Customs and Costumes of all the People of the World, Brussels, 1845

Figure of Venugopala, South India, late Chola / early Vijayanagar period
2560278 Figure of Venugopala, South India, late Chola / early Vijayanagar period, late 13th / early 14th century (granite) (see also 2560277-82) by Indian School; height

The Black Hole, Old Fort William, 18th June, 1756, illustration from
STC357954 The Black Hole, Old Fort William, 18th June, 1756, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1910 (litho) by Wood, Stanley L

Figure of Avalokiteshvara (gold)
1220097 Figure of Avalokiteshvara (gold) by Javanese School, (8th Century); height: 10 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Standing in Samabhanga on a separate molded lotus base)

Figure of Padmapani, early 9th century (bronze)
1220094 Figure of Padmapani, early 9th century (bronze) by Javanese School, (9th Century); height: 16 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Seated in Lalitasana on a lotus, his right hand in Varamudra)

Figure of Venugopala, South India, late Chola / early Vijayanagar period
2560280 Figure of Venugopala, South India, late Chola / early Vijayanagar period, late 13th / early 14th century (granite) (see also 2560277-82) by Indian School; height

Various types of clothes worn by Indian men. Man of distinction with prayer beads, and men in dhoti. Handcoloured copperplate drawn

Cutting indigo plant in the field and loading carts, 1877 (albumen silver print)
3617933 Cutting indigo plant in the field and loading carts, 1877 (albumen silver print) by Mallitte, Oscar Jean Baptiste (c.1829-1905); J

Four Recruits in White Dhotis, page from the Fraser Album, Company School, c. 1815 / 16
Four Recruits in White Dhotis, page from the Fraser Album, Company School, c. 1815/16

Figure of Vairochana, Densatil (gilt bronze) (see also 876882-4)
876883 Figure of Vairochana, Densatil (gilt bronze) (see also 876882-4) by Tibetan School, (14th century); height: 29.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Figure of Venugopala, South India, late Chola / early Vijayanagar period
2560282 Figure of Venugopala, South India, late Chola / early Vijayanagar period, late 13th / early 14th century (granite) (see also 2560277-81) by Indian School; height

Figure of Venugopala, South India, late Chola / early Vijayanagar period
2560277 Figure of Venugopala, South India, late Chola / early Vijayanagar period, late 13th / early 14th century (granite) (see also 2560278-82) by Indian School; height

Figure of Padmapani, Central Java (bronze)
1220095 Figure of Padmapani, Central Java (bronze) by Javanese School, (10th Century); height: 21 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Seated in a lotus base wearing a long dhoti)

Figure of Vairochana, Densatil (gilt bronze) (see also 876883-4)
876882 Figure of Vairochana, Densatil (gilt bronze) (see also 876883-4) by Tibetan School, (14th century); height: 29.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Tibeto Chinese figure of a bodhisattva (gilt-bronze)
5325019 Tibeto Chinese figure of a bodhisattva (gilt-bronze) by Chinese School (18th century); height: 17.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: In walking posture on a separate cast lotus base)

Figure of Avalokiteshvara (bronze)
1220098 Figure of Avalokiteshvara (bronze) by Indonesian, (9th century); height: 43 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Standing on a double lotus base, his right hand in varadamudra)

Srivijaya figure of Padmapani, c. 9th century (gilt bronze)
1220093 Srivijaya figure of Padmapani, c.9th century (gilt bronze) by Javanese School, (9th Century); height: 7.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Standing in Tribhanga on a lotus base)

Figure of Vairochana, Densatil (gilt bronze) (see also 876882-3)
876884 Figure of Vairochana, Densatil (gilt bronze) (see also 876882-3) by Tibetan School, (14th century); height: 29.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Black Hole, Old Fort William, 18th June, 1756, illustration from
IL370609 The Black Hole, Old Fort William, 18th June, 1756, illustration from Hutchinsons History of the Nations, c.1910 (litho) by Wood, Stanley L

Krishnas feet washed by maids, Punjab Hills, Basohli, c
2570798 Krishnas feet washed by maids, Punjab Hills, Basohli, c.1780 (opaque pigment on paper) by Nainsukh (c.1710-78) (follower of); 25x18.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Figure of Venugopala, South India, late Chola / early Vijayanagar period
2560279 Figure of Venugopala, South India, late Chola / early Vijayanagar period, late 13th / early 14th century (granite) (see also 2560277-82) by Indian School; height

An Audience with Rom Rishi, ca. 1700-1725. Creator: Unknown
An Audience with Rom Rishi, ca. 1700-1725

Vamana being blessed by King Bali, ca. 1780s. Creator: Unknown
Vamana being blessed by King Bali, ca. 1780s. The prince holds his hands forward for ritual purification

Carpet maker stitches the hem of a striped carpet, Rajasthan
A carpet maker stitches the hem of a heavy coir striped carpet outside his workshop in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Date: 1984

Ramshackle ticket kiosk in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
A man in a bright red turban at the window of a ramshackle ticket kiosk in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India Date: 1984

Indian musician in dhoti and necklace playing the pennak.. Handcolored woodcut from Auguste Wahlens Manners, Customs and Costumes of all the People of the World, Brussels, 1845

Young Indian dancer in bird headdress, cape, dhoti and anklets.. Handcolored woodcut from Auguste Wahlens Manners, Customs and Costumes of all the People of the World, Brussels, 1845

India - Bengalese Babu
India - a Bengalese Babu (a clerk who managed the affairs of the Colonial British in India). Date: circa 1907

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"Dhoti: A Timeless Garment Reflecting India's Rich Cultural Heritage" In the serene Himalayan mountains, a young girl giggles as she plays with a vibrant parrot perched on her shoulder. Her traditional attire, a dhoti, symbolizes the deep-rooted traditions of India. Traveling to South India, we encounter an exquisite figure of Venugopala from the late Chola and early Vijayanagar period. Adorned in a dhoti, this sculpture showcases the elegance and grace associated with this iconic garment. Delving into history, we witness The Black Hole incident at Old Fort William in 1756 through an intricate illustration. Amidst chaos and tragedy, men clad in dhotis stand as a testament to their resilience and cultural identity. Moving forward in time, we come across stunning figures like Avalokiteshvara and Padmapani crafted meticulously from gold and bronze respectively. Their majestic presence is enhanced by the flowing folds of their intricately draped dhotis. Exploring Indian fashion further reveals various types of clothes worn by men throughout the country. Among them stands out the timeless dhoti - versatile yet deeply rooted in tradition - representing masculinity with its simplicity. Music fills the air as an Indian musician captivates audiences while donning a comfortable dhoti paired with an elegant necklace. This ensemble not only allows freedom of movement but also exudes artistic flair. Shifting our gaze towards agriculture, we witness laborers cutting indigo plants in fields during 1877. Clad in practical yet graceful white dhotis, they work diligently under scorching sunrays – showcasing how this garment transcends social boundaries. Flipping through pages from Fraser Album dating back to 1815/16 brings us face-to-face with four recruits dressed immaculately in white dhotis. As part of Company School artistry, these portraits immortalize both the garment's elegance and its association with societal status.