PM’s Mementos e-Auction 2025

State

Artefact

Description

Nagaland

Mithun

• 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.

Nagaland

Handloom Naga Shawl

• 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.

Meghalaya

Cane Ship Model

• 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.

Assam

Garuda Wall Mask

• 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.

Assam

Traditional Assamese Japi

• 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.

Assam

Muga Silk Angavastra

• This golden-hued angavastra, woven from Assam’s famous muga silk, illustrates the unique silk tradition of the state.

Sikkim

Brass Sculpture of Lord Buddha

• The elegant brass depiction of Lord Buddha, crafted by Sikkimese artisans, shows the Buddha in serene meditation.

Arunachal Pradesh

Wancho Wooden Craft – Tribal Couple

• 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.