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Peter D’Ascoi will lead us through his journey as a textile collector, admirer and designer. He will focus on his guiding principles of preserving the heritage and cultural appreciation of Indian textile traditions. He will explore the beauty and craftsmanship of a range of techniques employed historically and today by diverse Indian cultures through his personal research. His nostalgic journey will be highlighted by textile treasures he has found along the way.

Peter D’Ascoli is a distinguished New York designer with over 40 years of experience in fashion and textile design, driven by a deep curiosity for the history of art and cultural diversity. He is formally trained in Textile Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology in Manhattan, giving him a solid foundation in his craft. Peter’s early work with handcrafted Indian textiles for the government of India – where he lived and worked from 1982-84 – sparked a lifelong passion for the art and culture of this ancient civilization. After his initial work in India, Peter returned to New York and worked for renowned brands such as Diane von Furstenberg and Schumacher. In 2006, Peter returned to India and founded Talianna Studio in New Delhi, a design and product development company specializing in luxury fabrics for interiors and fashion. His company now markets women’s apparel and home products under the D’ASCOLI brand, as well as custom luxury fabrics for the interior design trade under the PETER D’ASCOLI name. D’Ascoli’s work is recognized and celebrated globally, with his products featured in some of the world’s most prestigious palaces, homes, and hotels. Peter’s designs are renowned for blending technology with historic decoration and exotic cultural influences. His block printing, embroidery, and digital printing ateliers endeavor to create modern artifacts that celebrate modern craft.