Dvāra: Sacred Thresholds in Textile Form

Dvāra: Embroidered Portals of Spiritual Passage

Aparna kyals art series is inspired by temple doors as spritual & symbolic gateways In Indian culture temple entrances are more than architectural elements They are spaces of transition where outer world meets the sacred interior These threshold layers hold layers of ornamentation , protection, symbolism , ritual signifance & story telling Through embroidery layering the series re imagines these sacred portals as textile art forms , each artwork represents a stage of spiritual & emotional passage from protection & reverence to surrender to inner journey The work blends architectural Symmetry with embroidery softness reflecting how tradition can be preserved while everything into contemporary artistic expression Dvara invites the viewer to experience the act of entering not only a temple but also a deeper state of reflection & connection.