Timeless Treasures - The Material Culture Of Regal Indian Wedding
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Timeless Treasures looks at the material culture of regal Indian weddings from the late 19th century to the present day with a particular focus on specially commissioned luxury goods. Some of the most iconic examples of jewellery, clothing, and automobiles ever commissioned, both in India and from luxury firms in the west, are associated with the lavish "Maharaja" weddings of the Raj. As the image of the royal bride and groom pervaded the cultural consciousness of the nation, so were the scale and grandness of these wedding traditions co-opted by the beau monde of modern India, who are the bearers and sustainers of this iconic cultural patronage today Paying homage to this tradition, Timeless Treasures features several superlative historical and contemporary goods that are exemplars of cultural patronage and luxury craftsmanship. Featuring a thoroughly researched historical account of the Maharajas' weddings, illustrated with rare or never-before-seen archival images, the book also features an exclusive selection of contemporary luxury brands that embody the ethos of the regal Indian wedding, including couture houses, jewellers, and perfumers. Through illustrating the evolution in wedding trends in India, from its princely past to its modern avatar, Timeless Treasures will aim to help new discerning couples to plan and execute the most glamorous, stylish and memorable weddings in history.
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