Albums: Punjab
Punjab
Glimpses of art and culture of Punjab.
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spnning.jpg
Punjabi village lady spinning on spinning wheel.
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needlework.jpg
Village women doing needle work.Needle work of Punjab is unique, it has beautiful names because of its associations with beautiful aspects of life
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woodenwork.jpg
The woodwork of Punjab has been traditionally famous. Artistic beds with comfortable, skillfully made back rests fitted with mirrors, low seats called Peeras, Peerian were made by carpenters in almost every village.
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punjab-dance.jpg
Village ladies dancing on traditional song called gidda.
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punjabi-jutti.jpg
Punjabi jutti crafted and designed by villagers of Punjab.
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phulkari.jpg
Amazing show of Punjab's famous embroidery by villager in Punjab.
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metalwork.jpg
The metal-workers of Amritsar are known for their skill in various forms of casting, soldering, methods of decoration such as repousse, pierced work, chasing, engraving, etc
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Finely carved wall in a village of Punjab.
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basketery.jpg
The craft of basketry is widely practised all over Punjab. After shaving, thin straws of this grass, are woven into beautiful carpets, curtains etc.
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