Our Artisans
BIREN KUMAR BASAK
JAMDANI MASTER WEAVER
Biren Kumar Basak, a master weaver and Padma Shri awardee (2021), is renowned for his exquisite handwoven Jamdani sarees. With decades dedicated to preserving and innovating Bengal’s rich weaving heritage, his creations are a seamless blend of tradition and artistry. His intricate craftsmanship and storytelling through weaves have earned him national acclaim, making his sarees true masterpieces of textile art.
TAKDIRA BEGUM
KANTHA STITCH EMBROIDERY ARTIST
Takdira Begum, a Padma Shri award-winning artisan (2024), is a master of Kantha embroidery, a centuries-old craft from Bengal. Her needlework transforms fabric into intricate stories, blending tradition with artistic finesse. With unmatched skill and dedication, she has played a vital role in preserving and elevating Kantha embroidery, earning national recognition for her contribution to India’s rich textile heritage.
LAJWANTI CHABRA
PHULKARI EMBROIDERY ARTIST
Lajwanti Chabbra, a Padma Shri award-winning artisan (2021), is a revered master of Phulkari embroidery, the vibrant and intricate needlework tradition of Punjab. With her exquisite craftsmanship, she has played a crucial role in preserving and reviving this heritage art form. Her dedication to Phulkari has not only earned her national recognition but also helped showcase Punjab’s rich textile legacy to the world.