ABOUT THE
JEWEL
SYSTEM
The Jewel System
ArtisTree
The Jewel System inside ArtisTree unveils a mesmerising, embroidered map of planetary forms, featuring vibrant solar system planets meticulously hand-embroidered with cultural jewels in Pakistan. The planets are celestial bodies intricately adorned with crystals, metallic work, glittering threads, merging global mythologies and folklore into unique narratives that resonate with universal symbolism. Treated as precious gems, each planet is crafted using traditional South Asian textile techniques, blending artistry with precision. Beyond its visual allure, the installation prompts contemplation on humanity's potential amidst life's fleeting nature and the efforts to upkeep the sanctity of space.
Mercury
Embodies swift communication, intellect, and the capacity to bridge worlds
Venus
Symbolizes love, beauty, harmony, and the nurturing of relationships, Feminine energy
Earth
Represents life, growth, and the ever-evolving balance that sustains living systems
Mars
Stands for conflict, courage, passion, and the raw force driving action
Jupiter
Connotes expansion, wisdom, justice, and the spirit of benevolence
Saturn
Signifies discipline, structure, karma, and the cyclical wisdom of agriculture that fosters growth and maturity over time
Uranus
Reflects innovation, individuality, sudden change
Neptune
Embodies spirituality, illusions, water, and the vast, mysterious depths where mythical sea creatures like mermaids reside
Sun
Represents life-giving warmth, illumination, a source of power and creation
Moon
Embodies cyclical change, feminine energy, and reflective luminosity
Mercury
Embodies swift communication, intellect, and the capacity to bridge worlds
Venus
Symbolizes love, beauty, harmony, and the nurturing of relationships, Feminine energy
Earth
Represents life, growth, and the ever-evolving balance that sustains living systems
Mars
Stands for conflict, courage, passion, and the raw force driving action
Jupiter
Connotes expansion, wisdom, justice, and the spirit of benevolence
Saturn
Signifies discipline, structure, karma, and the cyclical wisdom of agriculture that fosters growth and maturity over time
Uranus
Reflects innovation, individuality, sudden change
Neptune
Embodies spirituality, illusions, water, and the vast, mysterious depths where mythical sea creatures like mermaids reside
Sun
Represents life-giving warmth, illumination, a source of power and creation
Moon
Embodies cyclical change, feminine energy, and reflective luminosity
Genesis in Jewels
1/F, Two Taikoo Place
Genesis in Jewels captures the primordial moment of the Big Bang through multiple layers of cloth, representing different cosmic epochs from chaos to the birth of galaxies. A sweeping black net cloth embellished with myriad embroidered galaxies and suspended crystals envisions the hallway as a celestial portal guiding viewers through the act of creation. Each layer of fabric, some shimmering and others matte, is meticulously adorned with crystals, signifying the progression from disorder to cosmic harmony. Shakeel translates a profound scientific concept into a personal and tangible emotional experience, seamlessly blending the vast expanse of space with the intimacy of human creativity. The installation emphasises the transformative power of a single idea, illustrating how even the smallest spark can evolve into boundless realms of possibility.