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State
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Artefact
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Description
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Nagaland
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Mithun
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- Wooden Sculpture of a Bull, presented by the Governor of Nagaland.
- Carved in bold detail and polished to a sheen, stands as a symbol of wealth and social prestige among the Naga people.
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Nagaland
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Handloom Naga Shawl
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- With a deep-coloured base accented by bright red panels and embroidered motifs of spears and shields, the shawl embodies courage and honour.
- In Naga society, these shawls record social standing and personal achievement, telling stories that are passed through generations.
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Meghalaya
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Cane Ship Model
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- Skilfully assembled from local cane, this model ship reflects Meghalaya’s tradition of bamboo and cane craftsmanship.
- Built with layered decks and finely engraved patterns.
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Assam
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Garuda Wall Mask
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- This Garuda mask comes from Majuli, the world’s largest river island and cultural heart of Assam.
- It represents Garuda, the divine bird from mythology used in classical performances and rituals.
- Created out of clay and cane using traditional mask-making skills.
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Assam
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Traditional Assamese Japi
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- Woven from bamboo and palm leaves, and decorated with vibrant colored shapes, the Japi is a rain guard and symbol of honor across Assam.
- Traditionally worn by farmers and given to guests, it highlights the link between daily work, hospitality, and pride in rural culture.
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Assam
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Muga Silk Angavastra
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- This golden-hued angavastra, woven from Assam’s famous muga silk, illustrates the unique silk tradition of the state.
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Sikkim
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Brass Sculpture of Lord Buddha
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- The elegant brass depiction of Lord Buddha, crafted by Sikkimese artisans, shows the Buddha in serene meditation.
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Arunachal Pradesh
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Wancho Wooden Craft – Tribal Couple
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- Beautifully carved from wood and set on a single base.
- Represents a traditional Wancho couple from Arunachal Pradesh.
- The figures, shown in local attire, exemplify the woodcraft skills and symbolic storytelling of the Wancho community.
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