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The Fascinators of Royal Ascot

The Fascinators of Royal Ascot, Miniature Quilts
The Fascinators of Royal Ascot Shortlisted

Miniature Quilts    46 x 30.5 x 0.25    ₹18,000.00   

Artist Statement/ Description/ Method
This Artpiece depicts a scene from the Royal Ascot event with ladies sitting in the royal stands appreciating the galloping glory.Ascot events are popular for its elegant dress code for ‘prim & proper' race goers. Hence, the use of rich silks & velvet.Motifs signify the eye catching ‘fascinators’ donned by ladies which are the most talked about crowning glory accessory & of course a milliner’s delight!The design depicts an aerial view of the fascinators,giving the women an allluring air of mystery.These events feature for short duration(March–June),hence the colour palette is inspired by spring colours in greens,salmon,champagne & peachypinks with accents of jewel tones.Velvet applique' with Kantha stitches is experimented in Silk thread.