Credentials & Affiliations

Our Standards. Our Training. Our Professional Commitments.

Textile conservation at Rang Riwaaz is guided by internationally recognised principles of ethical practice, material integrity, and responsible decision‑making. Every heirloom entrusted to us is treated with the same care and respect expected in museum conservation environments.

ICON Pathway Membership (Institute of Conservation, UK)

As an ICON Pathway Member, our conservation practice aligns with the UK’s recognised professional framework. This includes:

• Ethical, evidence‑based decision‑making

• Minimal intervention as a guiding principle

• Reversibility wherever possible

• Respect for original materials and historical authenticity

• Detailed documentation before, during, and after treatment

This affiliation reflects our commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to conservation best practices.

Training & Professional Development

Our conservation approach is informed by continuous learning and specialist training in:

• Textile conservation methods and treatment planning

• Fibre behaviour, deterioration patterns, and stabilisation techniques

• Archival handling, storage, and environmental management

• Historical weaving, dyeing, and embroidery traditions

• Conservation‑grade materials and their long‑term behaviour

This foundation ensures that every textile is approached with both technical precision and cultural sensitivity.

Ethical Framework

We follow internationally recognised conservation ethics, including:

• Do no harm

• Preserve original structure and intent

• Avoid unnecessary restoration or beautification

• Maintain transparency in all treatments

• Document every intervention for future reference

These principles guide every decision we make, ensuring that the textile’s history remains intact.

Collaborations & Networks

Our work is strengthened by collaboration with:

• Master weavers and heritage artisans

• Textile historians and researchers

• Conservation material specialists

• Museums and archival institutions (project‑based)

These relationships help us maintain a practice that is technically informed, culturally grounded, and aligned with global conservation standards.

Why Credentials Matter

Textile conservation is not cosmetic repair. It is a specialised discipline requiring:

• Technical skill

• Ethical judgement

• Material understanding

• Cultural respect

Our credentials and affiliations exist to give families, collectors, and institutions confidence that their heirlooms are preserved with the highest level of professional care.