Palang (Bed)

Design Innovation and Craft Resource Centre, CEPT University
Ahmedabad, India

As a tradition in Punjab, palang are often gifted to newlywed couples during the wedding. Such furniture is considered auspicious and a sacred thread is tied to it, as seen on the leg of this palang.

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Title: Palang (Bed)
Location: Bhaini Massa Singh, Tarn Taran, Punjab
Type: Manch (Sleeping)
Contributor: Rishav Jain, Mansi S Rao, Ben Cartwright and Abhishek Ruikar
Rights: Design Innovation and Craft Resource Centre, CEPT University and South Asian Decorative Arts and Crafts Collection (SADACC) Trust
Medium: Glass, Paper, Wood
Wood Craft Technique: Carving, Fretwork, Joinery, Turning
Region: Majha
Paper Technique: Printing

Design Innovation and Craft Resource Centre, CEPT University

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