Indian Tapestry and Spreads

Given the name tapestry as they are a form of textile art. Indian tapestry and spreads are very popular these days, and with good reason. One look at an Indian tapestry or spread and you can see the enormous amount of thought and work that goes into creating them. The colors are vibrant and the designs are often incredibly intricate. The overall appearance, however, of an Indian wall tapestry or spread is one of peace and gentle flow. They are truly works of art.

Often their patterns and designs will reflect intricate flowing shapes and patterns of florals. Many of these patterns are as ancient as India itself. They are simply amazing to look at and they are beautiful additions to any home or office. For gifts, they cannot be beat for their affordability, versatility and uniqueness.

Some of the most popular techniques that have been handed down through the centuries are:

Dabu prints, that are created by hiding them from dye, by applying a resist. In the resist technique, areas that are to be protected from the dye are covered with a mixture of clay and resin. The dyed fabric is then washed. The dye spreads into the protected areas through cracks, producing a rippled effect. Block prints are then used to create further designs.

Bagru prints are characterized by circular designs, as well as linear and floral patterns. In both the Sanganeer and Bagru prints, the colors are picked carefully. Each has a separate significance. For instance, red is the color of love, yellow of spring, indigo of Lord Krishna, and saffron of the yogi (seer). The wooden blocks that are used are made of teak wood. Traditionally, vegetable dyes made of madder, pomegranate rind, indigo, and turmeric are used but these have been replaced with today's chemical dyes. The gorgeous Bagru prints of today have remained popular for centuries.

Sanganeer, the block printed textiles of Sanganer became famous in the 16th and 17th centuries in Europe when the East India Company began to export them in bulk. The block prints are mostly executed on a white or off white background, using screen printers or wooden blocks. They are usually colorful floral patterns and known for their fine and intricate detailing.

Jaipur prints have been one of the leaders of hand block printed textiles for more than 500 years. The opulent cultural heritage of Jaipur city is distinctly evident even today in its exquisite textile prints. The elegant prints of Jaipur are directly influenced by the royalty who at one time formed the niche clientele. A harmonious blend of a variety of elaborate yet sophisticated designs in delicate shades on a single piece of cloth place the prints in a class of their own. Today, Jaipur prints are internationally recognized for their ethnic designs on pure cotton using natural and vegetable based dyes.

Our selection of Indian tapestries and spreads are unsurpassed. These gorgeous tapestries and spreads will accommodate many different styles of decor needs. Great quality with endless versatility.

When you shop with Full Moon Loom you can be assured of unique quality. We go to great lengths to make sure that every item we sell comes from the best sources of fair trade Indian craftsman available. We strive to keep our prices as low as possible for the best possible product while still making a dedicated effort to insure our products are not sourced by slave labor organizations. We would rather have you as a return customer rather than have you make one purchase and never see you again.

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