Can you think of an iconic Marvel character who has rocked the suave Indian bandhgala look?

Or a world-famous Indian painter who started his creative career as a movie poster artist in Bollywood? Which utensil do you think is most likely to be found in all Indian kitchens despite the bewildering variety of cuisines in this country?

Delve into the pages of this book to find out how 75 such interesting artefacts are intimately woven into the history and culture of India. Ranging from the mundane to the rare, from the ceremonial to the everyday, these objects have evolved with changing times and needs to acquire new shapes and functions while still remaining firmly grounded in the many lived realities of this vibrant land.