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News: The PM Mementos e-Auction 2026 includes 32 mementos from Keralam, highlighting its art, craftsmanship, performing traditions and cultural heritage.
About Chundan Vallam
- Chundan Vallam is a historic war boat of Kerala, also known as the traditional snake boat.
- It is famously associated with Vallamkali, the traditional boat races held during the Onam festival.
- Cultural Significance: Today, Chundan Vallam is a prominent part of Kerala’s traditional boat-racing culture.
About Nettoor Petti
- Nettoor Petti is a traditional jewellery box of Keralam.
- Naming: It is named after Nettur, a village near Kozhikode.
- It was traditionally used by women of aristocratic families to store jewellery and other valuable objects.
- Tachu Sastram: Its design and construction follow the principles of Tachu Sastram, an ancient architectural science followed in Kerala.
- Craftsmanship and Materials: It is made from rosewood and other country woods.
- The wooden structure has handcrafted hinges and nails, along with decorative polished brass elements.
About Bhairavan Theyyam Ritual Art Sculpture
- The Bhairavan Theyyam Ritual Art Sculpture represents Bhairavan Theyyam, a ritual dance-art tradition of North Keralam.
- Mythological Roots: It represents the Bhairava aspect of Lord Shiva, associated with purification, protection and the Shaivism tradition.
- Distinctive Features: The sculpture depicts characteristic headgear, facial makeup, breastplates and traditional attire associated with the ritual tradition.
