Art Dubai 2023

Art Dubai 2023
Art Dubai Commissions
Durjoy Bangladesh Foundation in collaboration with BRITTO ARTS TRUST

         
Langar (Persian: لنگر) is an institution among Sufi Muslims in South Asia whereby food and drink are given to the needy regardless of social or religious background. Its origins in Sufism are tied to the Chishti Orde and was especially important during famines like the devastating Bengal famine of 1943. Authorities set up Langar-Khana to provide food during these times of crisis, and people had to resort to consuming anything they could find to survive, such as boiled rice-water or chhatu (dust fromcrops/seeds).
To honor this tradition, the Britto Arts Trust created five gorgeous gowns/suits based on British old-day costume designs and serve traditional food such as Khichuri as part of the Langar-Khana.
Artist Mahbubur Rahman and Ashim Halder Sagor with co-artists
Chinese Prince, Sid Abbas, Amita, Layola, Veena.
Research & Design: Mahbubur Rahman and Ashim Halder Sagor
Assistance Designer- Suma Debi(Suma Debi Mondal) & Kh Tazia (Kh Tazia Sultana)