Punjabi Folk Painting-Phulkari is one of the most popular Punjabi handmade paintings of all time. It amplifies the idea of beauty which resides in every Mutiyaar of Punjab. This artwork exhibits the elegance and charm of Punjabi Girls especially in traditional Punjabi suit along with ‘Phulkari’.
The Painting illustrates the real vibe of Punjabi Traditions and cultural value. Both Girls, in the painting are wearing Punjabi traditional jewelry which is the soul of the artwork. Moreover they are vibrant enough to exhibit the aura of being from the land of five rivers which is deep inside in every Punjabi, since it passes from generation to generations.
Talking about the Phulkari, although it actually means floral work done on a piece of cloth, the designs include not only flowers but also cover motifs and geometrical shapes as visible in the painting.
Furthermore, enlighting about the tradition attached to it, the mother and grandmothers start embroidering Phulkari upon birth of a girl because of the belief that she would be the creator for future generations. Originally, it was done with real flowers stitched on the cloth.
Punjabi Folk Painting-Phulkari
– Artist Gurdish Pannu
The Dimensions of this painting are 18 inches x 26 inches.
