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It is customary in Punjab to give a takht to a newly married couple during the wedding. This takht was gifted to its owner during his wedding. It was placed in the bedroom of his house and was used to sleep on. It had been painted several times over the years to maintain it.

Details

  • Title: Takht (Bench)
  • Location: Bhaloor, Moga, Punjab
  • Type: Aasan (Seating)
  • 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: Metal, Wood
  • Wood Craft Technique: Joinery, Painting, Turning
  • Region: Malwa
  • Metal Craft Technique: Fittings

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