Who We Are

The aim of TCRC as a society is to work towards the collection and dissemination of knowledge in the area of Textiles and Clothing, while collaborating with other researchers in this field of study. India has a legacy of producing the most exquisite textiles, each with its own geographical and cultural marker. The same can be said for clothing, aristocratic as well as from other sections of society. Realizing the need for a common platform for exchange of knowledge in lost textile traditions as well as contemporary practices, a group of like-minded and dedicated researchers including academics, curators, conservators of textiles, designers of clothing, came together to set up TCRC – Textiles and Clothing Research Centre which was launched formally on the 1st of February 2017, at the National Museum in the presence ofDr. B R Mani, Director General (National Museum).

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The Textiles and Clothing Research Center (TCRC) e-journal aims to serve the Textile and Clothing community by publishing useful research, both from and to the researchers and practicing professionals. To accomplish this, the e-journal is interested in articles from a wide range of fields of knowledge with application to Textile and Clothing Heritage. All the published papers will be peer-reviewed. The e-journal will be published biannually. TCRC e-Journal publishes original research papers, technical and traditional papers, case studies, textile heritage visit reports.

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Announcements

Celebrating “Banaras” The Artistry and Tradition of its Textiles

4th International Biennial Seminar of Textiles and Clothing Research Centre 22nd & 23rd November 2024. In Collaboration with Bharat Kala Bhawan, Banaras Hindu University & Jnana Pravaha, Varanasi, UP

Last Date for Registration is 10th November 2024 

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Call for Papers: Celebrating Banaras: The Artistry and Tradition of its Textiles

The Textiles and Clothing Research Center (TCRC), in collaboration with Bharat Kala Bhawan (BHU), JÑĀNA- PRAVĀHA, and the Indian Institute of Crafts & Design (IICD) Jaipur, is organizing a two-day seminar on November 22nd – 23rd, 2024, in Banaras / Varanasi, dedicated to unravelling the materials, techniques, conservation, and untold stories behind these opulent textiles. The theme for the seminar is ‘Celebrating Banaras: The Artistry and Tradition of its Textiles’.

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Events

Seminar-6: Third Biennial Seminar

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Seminar-5: Textiles of Punjab

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Seminar-4: Costumes: Past, Present and Conserved

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Workshop-4: ‘Curative and Preventive Conservation of Textiles’

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Workshop-3: ‘Mendh ki Chappai’

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Public Lecture-4: The Interpretation Of Ancient Greek And Latin Texts On The Indian Silk Trade

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Public Lecture-3: Unique Textiles in Central Asian Collection of National Museum

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Seminar-3: “Chamba Rumal” Embroidered Splendor of Pahari Region

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Workshop-2: Preventive Conservation of Museum Objects

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Seminar-2: First Annual International Seminar-Threads for Adornment
Seminar-1: Symposium in Honor of Dr. Lotika Varadarajan

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Workshop-1: Carpet and Floor Covering Restoration

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Publications

e-Journal Volume 4, Issue 7 (February, 2020)

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e-Journal Volume 4, Issue 8 (August, 2020)

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e-Journal Volume 3, Issue 6 (August 2019)

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e-Journal Volume 3, Issue 5 (February 2019)

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e-Journal Volume 2, Issue 4 (August 2018)
Book-1: Splendors of Pahari Embroidery

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e-Journal Volume 2, Issue 3 (April 2018)

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e-Journal Volume 1, Issue 2 (August 2017)

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Tribute Message to Mrs. Jasleen Dhamija

Mrs Jasleen Dhamija- Truly Inspirational

(Tribute by Anamika Pathak)

Mrs. Jasleen Dhamija, the pioneer of textile craft revival, is a great scholar willing to share her vast knowledge, a perfect host, a mesmerising orator, and a down-to-earth person. She was truly inspirational.

I did not come from a trained textile background, but ma’am’s research articles and books on textile crafts, which is a long list, are unmatched and have helped me understand the textile field. I admire her scholarly works, whether in lecture or article, which were imbedded with social and cultural aspects. It was always helpful to understand the textile in totality.

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Mrs Jasleen Dhamija – A craft revivalist

(Tribute by Toolika Gupta)

A homage must paid to the pioneers, the pioneers who steered us towards craft revivalism. To Jasleen ji, I bow my head in reverence. Thanks to my upbringing at the Lady Irwin College, I believe in the courage of women, and I admire them. A complete woman is someone who has the ability to see what needs to be done for others and picks up from there, she plans and executes, she nurses and nurtures what she thinks is important. She is someone with an innate sense of appreciation for hard work and beauty, she works for preservation of her culture and traditions, and creates new paths along side. One such woman that I admire is Jasleen Dhamija. For me the craft of phulkari is incomplete without the mention of Jasleen Dhamija.

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Obituary

Dr. Binoy Sahay

Dr. Binoy Sahay
1962 – 2021

Photograph taken on 1st Feb 2020,at India International Centre,during the TCRC seminar on Costumes.

The members of TCRC are deeply shocked and saddened to announce the sudden and untimely demise of Dr. Binoy Kumar Sahay, Dy. Curator and Incharge, Central Asian Antiquities, National Museum, Delhi on 8th May, 2021. In addition, amongst several other projects, he spearheaded the Museum’s Digitisation Project and Conservation Laboratory at the National Museum. Currently he was engaged in setting up the new Central Asian Gallery showcasing prized Buddhist Wall paintings from the Central Asia excavated by British Archaeologist Sir. Marc Aurel Stein in early twentieth century. The Gallery was all set to be inaugurated recently.

As one of the founder members of Textiles and Clothing Research Center (TCRC), his quiet, gentle and polite demeanor endeared him to all those who came in contact with him. We, at TCRC deeply mourn his passing away and extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and close friends.

Tribute Message to Dr. Kapila Vatsyayan

Tribute Message to Kapila Vatsyayan By Dr Rohini Arora

I pay my heartfelt tribute to Dr Kapila Vatsayan. My association with Dr Kapila ma’am is recent in 2017. As a research enthusiastic, I was presenting a research paper on Chamba Rumals in IIC, where she was attending the event. Beyond my expectations, I received a message to meet her before leaving the premises. In the meeting, she complimented my work and invited me to present an exhibition of my research objects at IIC!! Her extraordinary gesture gave recognition to my work.  I have no words to express my gratitude for her support. She even visited the exhibition with great interest. This wonderful memory of hers will always be cherished and stay in my heart forever.

Tribute Message to Kapila Vatsyayan By Dr Simmi Bhagat

I was assigned duty to pick Dr Vatsayan from her home at one of the college events in my early 30s. Knowing her profile, I was scared as to what I would talk about on the way to college. She started the discussion on subjects in home science. On knowing I teach Traditional Textiles she was so happy that young teachers are instilling the love for craft in young minds. She made that journey so comfortable and I still have that smile in my thoughts. 🙏🏼

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