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Serial Number: RAF2479
Status: Display
Description:
The paper mache vessels showcase Kashmiri papier-mâché art, distinguished by their exquisite, hand-painted designs. These designs frequently incorporate rich floral motifs like roses and irises, intertwined with the iconic Chinar leaf, symbolizing Kashmir s natural beauty. You ll also find graceful bird motifs, often featuring kingfishers or oriental turtle doves, adding life and movement to the patterns. Complementing these natural elements are intricate geometric patterns, including arabesques, and sometimes powerful Islamic calligraphy, reflecting deep cultural and spiritual influences. The vibrant color palette, historically derived from natural pigments, further enhances these intricate narratives, turning each piece into a unique emblem of Kashmiri artistic heritage.
It was obtained by the Al Faraj Gallery on the 23rd of September 2025
