CHEJELO
PHOOL
The artwork shows the florals of Sikkim, the shrubs and the popular bamboo. One of the first large pieces, the rug captures 6 abstractions of the local flora namely -
Material : Gaddi Sheep Wool, Eri Silk
Dimensions : 70 inch x 45 inch
Depth : 1 cm
Weight : 2.3 kg
​
DAWA
The rug displays Chuba’s healing plants; each having soothing and medicinal properties that have been identified and orally passed on to the next generations. The healing plants are symbolic of indigenous medicinal knowledge that exists within the community.
Material : Gaddi Sheep Wool, Eri Silk
Dimensions : 70 inch x 45 inch
Depth : 1 cm
Weight : 2.3 kg​
SAI SAI
​
Of all the things that one could take ahead;,the Goddess carries lighted Chemi - representative of the Buddhist faith, with the Hasiya in one hand and maize in another - symbolic of sustenance, adorned with jewellery and sindoori, a common ornamentation. The gesture of feet is from the Dasai dance step that occurs on the beat of ‘Sai Sai’ - meaning ‘thats right!’
Material : Gaddi Sheep Wool, Eri Silk
Dimensions : 70 inch x 45 inch
Depth : 1 cm
Weight : 2.3 kg​
BAATO
Baato means 'path'. The piece takes inspiration from the wavering roads, hidden paths. The essence of the mountainous landscape with rock formations is translated into wool art.
Material : Gaddi Sheep Wool, Eri Silk
Dimensions : 70 inch x 45 inch
Depth : 1 cm
Weight : 2.3 kg​
KHUKHURI
​
The Khukuri is an important tool of the Gurungs. Each and every family has a khukuri that has been passed down from previous generations.
Traditionally used during war, the khukuri today is used for daily purposes of cutting meat, wood, during havan and other such purposes.
The tiny crooks and holes near the base of the blade, were originally carved for the blood to flow down the weapon.
Material : Gaddi Sheep Wool
Dimensions : 70 inch x 45 inch
Depth : 1 cm
Weight : 2.3 kg​
OKHALI MUSSLI
​
Okhli Mussli stands for ‘Mortar and Pestle’ used to grind spices, rice and grains, used in every house in the village of Chuba. This intensive tool requires collective effort often complimented by singing and dancing.
The Chulha, or traditional Indian stove on one side.
Material : Gaddi Sheep Wool
Dimensions : 70 inch x 45 inch
Depth : 1 cm
Weight : 2.3 kg​
GHERO DIN - CYCLE OF TIME
‘ Many days, Many Lives ’
As life goes on, we take up different roles, different responsibilities, some new, some old. Each day lived is a different experience. The 10 petals of each of the 3 flowers are representative of many lives lived in many days.
Material : Gaddi Sheep Wool
Dimensions : 70 inch x 45 inch
Depth : 1 cm
Weight : 2.3 kg​
GUDHAAS
​
Baato means 'path'. The piece takes inspiration from the wavering roads, hidden paths. The essence of the mountainous landscape with rock formations is translated into wool art.
Material : Gaddi Sheep Wool
Dimensions : 70 inch x 45 inch
Depth : 1 cm
Weight : 2.3 kg​
GAU
​
Baato means 'path'. The piece takes inspiration from the wavering roads, hidden paths. The essence of the mountainous landscape with rock formations is translated into wool art.
Material : Gaddi Sheep Wool
Dimensions : 30inches x 36 inches
Depth : 1 cm
Weight : 800 gms​
UNNIYO
​
Unnyo is a plant that is considered to be
a good luck charm. Its a fern that is often put behind the ear of children as a protector against evil spirits.
Material : Gaddi Sheep Wool
Dimensions : 70 inch x 45 inch
Depth : 1 cm
Weight : 2.3 kg​
