ARTISANAL OFFERING: In an effort to highlight the craftsmanship of India — and honor the store’s founder Sir Arthur Liberty and his love of Indian designs — Liberty has curated a 3,347-square-foot space dedicated to modern and vintage Indian homeware and furniture.
“Made in India” is a temporary space on the fourth floor of the retailer’s store. The offering is in the former Les Couilles du Chien space, and will remain on display until Christmas.
Bold colors such as yellow, turquoise and orange are splashed on the walls and the pieces on display include phulkari floral embroideries from Punjab, colorful pottery from Rajasthan, and sari border textiles from Varanasi made by artisans. There are also ornate Lassi cups and hand-carved ornamental doors as well as an intricately carved brass chest. Modern wares include handcrafted cushions. Prices range from 10 pounds to 10,000 pounds.
Julie Hassan, Liberty’s senior buying manager, said: “It’s all about the juxtaposition of the old and the new — like a shiny New Delhi tower block that’s right next to a crumbling Mughal temple.” Homeware buyer Bryony Sheridan said: “We really like the makers and the handmade projects. Many of these skills have been passed down from generation to generation.”
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