Mrinalini Sarabhai – Original Signed Programme Switzerland, 1954/55 – Hindu Ballets – Hand Signed Artist: Mrinalini Sarabhai (1918–2016) Title: Programme for Mrinalini Sarabhai and Her Hindu Ballets Presenter: Maurice Verleye Patronage: Under the High Patronage of H. E. Shri Y. D. Gundevia, Ambassador of India in Switzerland Place: Switzerland Year: 1954 Format: Original printed programme Pages: 8 Dimensions: approx. 30 × 20 cm Signature: Hand-signed by Mrinalini Sarabhai Description Rare and historically significant original performance programme from 1954, issued in Switzerland for the presentation of Mrinalini Sarabhai and her Hindu Ballets, organized by Maurice Verleye under the official patronage of the Indian Ambassador to Switzerland. This example is hand-signed by Mrinalini Sarabhai, one of the most important figures in 20th-century Indian classical dance, making it a highly desirable cultural and autograph collectible. About the Performance The programme documents performances by Mrinalini Sarabhai together with her dance company Darpana, featuring dancers including: Chatunni Panicker Shiva Shanker and others The performances represent an early and influential effort to introduce Indian classical and modern dance forms to European audiences during the post-war period. About Mrinalini Sarabhai Mrinalini Sarabhai (1918–2016) was an internationally acclaimed Indian classical dancer, choreographer, and cultural ambassador. Founder of the Darpana Academy of Performing Arts, she played a pivotal role in promoting Bharatanatyam and Kathakali worldwide and was a key figure in cultural diplomacy during the 1950s. Signed material from her early international tours is rare. Condition Good condition overall Clean interior Signature clear and legible No restoration noted