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Feb 1, 2026
10:00 am
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10:00 pm
English

"Elements of Nature" by Raisa Mariam Raman

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“Elements of Nature” brings together five symbolic knots-Fisherman’s, Farmer’s, Falconer’s, Butterfly, and Fireman’s. Each represents one of the five classical elements: Water, Earth, Sky, Air, and Fire. These elements, essential and eternal, sustain the cycles of creation, nourishment, and transformation. Crafted using coarse rope and fine Zari thread, the work explores the dialogue between resilience and fragility, nature and culture. Zari, finer than a strand of hair and traditionally used in South Asian embroidery, has been sourced directly from master artisans, anchoring the piece in authenticity and heritage. Each knot embodies a story: the Fisherman’s Knot speaks of water’s flow and aquatic bonds; the Farmer’s Knot honors the steadfastness of the earth; the Falconer’s Knot evokes the freedom of Space; the Butterfly Knot captures the unseen fabric of Air; and the Fireman’s Knot channels fire’s transformative force. Bound by a continuous rope, the installation underscores the profound interdependence of all life. None can exist independently; each relies on the others to maintain the equilibrium of life. This interconnectedness echoes a fundamental truth about our place in the world: human survival depends not on dominance over nature, but on coexistence with it. As the artist states, “If they exist, we exist.”
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