It’s essentially all about displaying punjabiyat at its boisterous best. Lavish fabrics hanging from stands, displaying the most intricately rendered knots of resplendent phulkari, miniature statues of villagemen performing bhangra, historically significant artifacts, large copper kitchenware, ethnic hand fans, embroidered wall hangings, pop art infused with Punjabi motifs, artwork inspired by oral folk traditions, brass taps, and many more of such indigenous memorabilia is part of Mela Phulkari, an exhibition-cum-sale that started on April 1.
An ode to Punjab, Harinder Singh, the creative head behind 1469 stores in the city, has been working for years in hope of making the traditional, trendy. With this showcase, he takes another opportunity to refresh people’s memories about the richness of crafts and culture Punjab has to offer. “This year, the art of Phulkari, known for its beautiful flower technique and an unmatchable emotion running through every seam, will flow through the metaphorical energy of the state’s five rivers, they’ll be represented through the art installations,” says Singh.
To flow with that creative energy, head to Open Palm Court, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road.
Date On till April 8
Time 10 am to 8 pm