Set in Stone
Stone is more than a material — it is a witness.
For thousands of years, it has borne the weight of empires, the chisels of devotees, and the imaginations of artists. In Pakistan, where ancient rock carvings and Buddhist stupas share land with modern sculptors, stone becomes a timeless storyteller.
Artists, archaeologists, architects, craftspersons, designers and filmmakers trace the unbroken thread of stone’s cultural, spiritual, and historic significance in Pakistan.
By juxtaposing archaeological artefacts with modern works, Set in Stone challenges the perception of stone as a relic of the past. Instead, it reveals how this elemental material continues to shape identity, memory, and innovation in Pakistan’s artistic landscape.
