Birah bench takes inspiration from antique boxes and caskets traditionally used by the Nagas to store feathers. Its recessed body, reminiscent of a casket, cleverly disguises its true function, creating an element of intrigue for the user. Characterised by structural sophistication, the design features wooden slats seemingly floating on stouter legs, tied together with cane slivers to accentuate the offset.
Shivangi Vasudeva is a young, upcoming artist who has grown with a legacy in textiles, she merges this heritage with her education at Central Saint Martins to create objects that resonate emotionally, blending functionality with stories of inheritance and community. She weaves these discoveries into narratives that connect words within worlds and past with present. Her current research focuses on indigenous craft communities in Nagaland, celebrating their traditions through contemporary designs that give a voice to the communities involved.
Materials: white ash wood with 0% VOC oil, handwoven cotton, cane fibres
Dimensions: L175cm x D42cm x H37cm
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