Tree of Life

A statement of artistry and meaning. Intricately detailed with flourishing branches and a constellation of birds, it draws the viewer into a world of abundance and continuity. Set against a luminous gold base, every brushstroke reflects the patience and mastery of Kashmiri artisans. The dense composition creates visual richness from afar, while up close it reveals layers of storytelling.

Kar-i-Munaqqash is a traditional form of Kashmiri paper-mâché, a centuries-old craft that transforms layers of waste paper into durable objects, meticulously hand-painted with elaborate patterns derived from Persian influences and the rich natural landscape of Kashmir — florals, vines, and symbolic imagery, often finished with delicate gold accents.

Medium

Paper mache — Kashmiri Kar-i-Munaqqash

Dimensions

400 × 400 × 100 mm · 16 × 16 × 4 in

Year

2026

Discipline

Object / Wall Art

Collection

Craft Collective India · 22 of 38

Price on request

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