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The Peta (turban) and Mancha (rope bed)—two objects that carry a farmer's life. When the turban is placed on the bed, it signifies rest, grueling work completed, earned repose.
When a farmer places his turban on the bed, it signifies rest, completion of the day's grueling work, and earned repose. Two objects—the Peta and the Mancha—profoundly symbolize a farming life.
Artists
Umesh Manjannavar (Government College of Fine Arts, Dharwad, Karnataka)
Medium
Acrylic on canvas with gunny bag; Acrylic on canvas
Venue
BMS Warehouse. Opposite Holy Cross Church Mattancherry (Kuriachante Nada)
BMS WArehouse
Opposite Holy Cross Church Mattancherry (Kuriachante Nada
Umesh Manjannavar resides in Dharwad, Karnataka—a vibrant center for culture, education, and burgeoning industries. Yet despite this dynamism, strong echoes of its agricultural past persist. The stark reality of the farming cycle—the constant battle between labor and profit—remains a defining characteristic of life here.
The Power of the Peta and Honour explore two objects that profoundly symbolize his farming background: the 'Peta' (a traditional headpiece or turban) and the 'Mancha' (a traditional rope bed).
In a powerful everyday gesture, the turban placed on the bed signifies rest. Completion. Earned repose. These simple objects carry the weight of generations.
Kochi Biennale 2025
Kochi Biennale 2025-26
The Students' Biennale, running alongside the Kochi-Muziris Biennale, has always been a space where tomorrow's artistic giants take their first bold leaps.
Plan your Fort Kochi visit with day-by-day itineraries for April & May 2026. Morning cafes, heritage walks, sunset times & night plans all in one place.
This is our Fort Kochi insider guide for you curated experiences, updated regularly by the cats who call this place home. Whether you're here for the Heritage, the food, or just the light on the harbour at dusk, we've got you.
