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Queen Alexandras coronation dress worked in India
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Queen Alexandras coronation dress worked in India
The superb overdress of Indian embroidery which was made for Queen Alexandras Coronation costume, being worked during the winter of 1901-2 in Delhi by forty of the most skilled needleworkers at the firm of Manick Chand. Picture shows a number of the workers seated around their embroidery table consisting of a couple slight wooden trestles and four wooden bamboos, the worth of the whole, according to the Graphic, being about ninepence. The white robed figure leaning over the table is Manick Chand himself and the man crouched on the floor to the left is Ashraf Khan who designed the piece. Date: 1902
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Alexandra Coronation Coronations Delhi Embroidery Fabric Material Needlework Preparations Textile 1902 Chand Overdress
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This stunning photograph captures the intricate process of creating Queen Alexandra's coronation dress, which was worked in Delhi, India during the winter of 1901-1902. The overdress of the costume, adorned with exquisite Indian embroidery, was the masterpiece of forty of the most skilled needleworkers at the esteemed firm of Manick Chand. The image shows a group of the artisans gathered around their embroidery table, which consisted of a few slight wooden trestles and four bamboo poles. The worth of the equipment, as reported by The Graphic, was approximately ninepence. Manick Chand, the white-robed figure leaning over the table, oversaw the project, while Ashraf Khan, the man crouched on the floor to the left, designed the intricate piece. The coronation preparations for Queen Alexandra, the consort of King Edward VII, were a significant event in the British Empire's history. The Indian textile industry played a crucial role in the creation of this magnificent overdress, showcasing the exceptional talent and craftsmanship of its artisans. The embroidery on the dress was a testament to the rich cultural exchange between India and the British Empire during this period. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the world of Indian needlework and the meticulous process of creating a historical costume. The dedication and skill of the needleworkers at Manick Chand's firm are evident in the intricate details of the embroidery, making this an essential piece of both fashion and historical significance.
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