The Beauty That is Ajrakh — In a Shawl — Natural Dyes on Organic Cotton — The Best of Artisan Cloth
IN A SHAWL
HAND BLOCK PRINTED AJRAKH SHAWLS
Ajrakh is a traditional block printing technique. It is also one of our favourite ways to achieve pattern on cloth. For centuries, wooden blocks have been used to print eloquent geometric patterns on cotton. These patterns are timeless, revealing a remarkable play between figure and line.
Ajrakh shawls are some of the most beautiful and sophisticated textiles we know. A new depth is revealed each time the cloth moves. An Ajrakh shawl is like a piece of music. Unfold one and listen to it sing.
THE AJRAKH ARTISANS
In this short clip Jabbar Khatri carefully places wooden printing blocks to create a geometric design. Read more about the ajrakh artisans here.
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