screenprinting; paper 11×11″

Chhap, or the Nepalese stamp, are more than just small pieces of paper. They are symbols of culture, history, and communication influenced by the daily lives of people. Used in a wide range of applications, from personal correspondence to official documentation, losing them is equivalent to losing one’s identity. The unique symbol engraved on each chhap is a representation of an individual’s identity and continues to be used in their digital lives.
The process of justification requires the presence of an authentic stamp and signature, serving as authorization to proceed. I have utilized these symbolic representations and employed screen printing in my artwork. Symbols and signs possess an incredible power to transcend language barriers, communicate with our unconscious, and provoke profound emotions within us. I have used global signs and symbols like @, #, ÷, +, – in an artistic way. It’s truly remarkable how such a seemingly insignificant object can carry such profound significance in our life.