Dawood Muwal, aka Dawoodji
A 62 year old master artisan and a teacher from Sardarshahar, Rajasthan. He is one of the rarest of the last few traditional artisans of the age and experience who has transcended, while preserving the original art practiced by three generations before him.
He has worked on the restoration of the Rajabai tower and Elephanta caves and several other projects with Intach. He specializes in the crafting of three dimensional lime stuccos that still adorn the walls and ceilings of our palaces and palatial houses. Awarded by Ratan Tata for his restoration work, he has taught several architects of repute.
Dawood ji has come down to Bangalore and is currently working on several modern buildings and training local masons, in an attempt to pass on his legacy. This is one of the rarest of the opportunities to experience his work, wisdom and wit.