Material : 4 ply wool on double mesh Penelope canvas
Dimension : 22"X35"
62,370 stitches* | 385 Hours*
This tapestry, titled DUAA, weaves together different aspects of India’s religious and cultural practices. A man, somewhere in the arid landscapes of Rajasthan, invokes the Almighty’s blessings by paying obeisance with his hands brought together in duaa (prayer) – a practice normally observed by Muslims. The man’s headgear, however, is a Pagri worn by the Indians in the Punjab region of India. Subtle colors, textures, and tonal variations give this tapestry a depth and meaning. This artwork can be displayed solo, or as a collage with other tapestries of the Dacait series.
Title of Tapestry: DUAA
Year of Creation:1997
Medium: Petit Point/Needle Point Embroidery
Size: 22â€x35â€
Materials used: 4 ply woolen yarn/double mesh Penelope canvas/hand-embroidery needle
Source of Inspiration: ‘The Eyes of Thar,’ by Satish Gupta
Note: No graph or stencil has been used in the creation of this tapestry
Country of Origin - India
ABOUT Puja Bhakoo Handcrafted Tapestries
Puja Bhakoo is a renowned Tapestry artist who has revived the art of Petit Point embroidery in India, lending it a unique Indo-ethnic dimension. Each tapestry is created by hand and takes 4-12 months to complete, depending upon the size of the project.
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