Zabla and Topi of Jamsetji Tata (1839-1904)
Description
This dress was made for Jamsetji Tata,the founder of the Tata Empire for his sixth day ceremony after birth.The ceremony was celebrated at Navsari on 8th March,1839.The young baby was named Jamset after his great grandfather.According to family records the dress was made of silk which was hundred years old at that time.
Gift of Sir Dorab Tata Collection.
Collection
Textiles and Costumes of India
Object Type
Textile
Material
Silk
Schools/Culture/Period
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Technique
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Date
19th Century CE
Location
Mumbai
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