The Bodhisattva Within Sherwani in Black & White
Unique in its blending of Ancient Hindu, Ancient Greek, and Ancient Buddhist beauty the torso of this dramatic black & white image of the Gandhara Bodhisattva depicted on this mid-length kurta inspires us to invoke the virtue and purpose of the Bodhisattva within us. Now the legacy of that unique moment in history can be with you and close to you during all kinds of occasions. Crafted of a fine but substantial blend of 55% cotton/45% linen with a slight texture that moves and breathes with you. Tailoring features side-seam waist pockets and buttons hidden behind a concealed placket to minimize disruption to the artwork and preserve the clean silhouette.
MRP Inclusive Of
Sherwani Only
Fit
Regular Fit
Fabric
100% Natural Cotton
Care
Country of Origin
India
Style Code
D3BWSher-XS
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01 The Origin Story
1.1 The Origin
The Bodhisattva Within
This version of the Bodhisattva series invites the wearer to carry within him his inner Bodhisattva- one who reached enlightenment yet stayed to help others on their paths. The imagery is that of the Gandhara region of Northern India (c. 300 AD), where Hindu and Buddhist culture fused with the Greek aesthetics carried along the Silk Route, giving rise to masculine, princely figures. The primary image is a pen and ink rendering of a Gandhara Bodhisattva statue fragment held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. (Medium: Hand drawing, copperplate engraving style; Year: 2026; Artist: DeWitt Kendall)
1.2 The gesture
Hand-drawn copperplate engraving
The primary figure was drawn entirely by hand in in pen-and-ink using the copperplate engraving style.
1.3 The translation
From canvas to fabric
The engraving was reproduced onto textured pure cotton.
1.4 The form
Where it finds shape
The artwork comes to life on the garment, placed with intention, yet allowed to move with the body. As the fabric drapes and shifts, the composition reveals itself differently from every angle.
02 The Details
Fabric
Natural fiber, holds depth while maintaining softness.
Digitally translated to retain the texture and irregularity of the original artwork.
Craft
Constructed with precision, finished with attention to detail.
Fit
A contemporary silhouette designed for ease and structure.
Care
Dry clean only to preserve the integrity of the print and fabric.
03 What Makes This Piece Unique
Derived from an original hand-painted artwork
Print placement is calibrated for uniformity across sizes
Produced in limited quantities
Designed in-house by our studio