Defining "Indianness" in Furniture Design

Tasmiyakhanam Pathan

Indian craftsmanship, traditional Indian furniture

This systematic literature review investigates the concept of "Indianness" in furniture design, analyzing its historical evolution, cultural symbolism, and contemporary interpretations. By synthesizing existing academic literature, historical artifacts, and contemporary design trends, this review explores how Indian furniture design reflects the country's rich traditions, including the use of locally sourced materials, traditional craftsmanship, and regional aesthetics. The study examines both tangible and intangible aspects of Indian furniture, from physical attributes to deeper cultural and philosophical dimensions. Through a thorough examination of diverse sources, this review identifies key factors that define "Indianness" in furniture, emphasizing how it transcends aesthetic forms to represent deeper cultural and emotional dimensions. The findings reveal that the essence of Indianness in furniture lies in the skillful use of local materials, age-old craftsmanship methods, and designs rooted in regional cultural sensibilities, while also embodying immaterial aspects such as spiritual beliefs and social hierarchies.

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"Defining "Indianness" in Furniture Design", IJNRD - INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (www.IJNRD.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.9, Issue 10, page no.c63-c66, October-2024, Available :https://ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2410212.pdf

Volume 9 Issue 10, October-2024

Pages : c63-c66

Paper Reg. ID: IJNRD_301399

Published Paper Id: IJNRD2410212

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Research Area: Arts All

Country: Belgavi, Kanataka, India

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