Ajrakh print on soft cotton stole
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Ajrakh block print is a traditional Indian printmaking technique usedsince the 15th century. It is a method of woodblock printing on textiles, wherethe design is carved into a block of wood, which is then inked and pressed ontoa piece of fabric. Ajrakh block prints are characterized by their vibrantcolors and detailed patterns. Block prints are a specific type printmaking thathas been used in many different cultures across the globe. Ajrakh block printsoriginated in India and this style of printmaking is a very distinctive type oftextile print. Ajrakh block prints are traditionally made using natural dyesand these prints are used to decorate garments such as saris and shawls. Thedesigns of ajrakh block prints are very distinctive and these prints oftenfeature intricate patterns and shapes. The fabric originates from the AjrakhpurVillage of Gujarat. Artisans in the village are very skilled, and the printingdates back to around 400 years ago. The patterns are unique and beautiful.Ajrakh is a style of block printing that was originally used in the manufactureof fabrics but is now also used to make art and souvenirs. The process ofmaking ajrak fabric is unique, as the design is first carved onto a woodenblock, which is then stained and pressed. in order to transfer the design ontothe fabric. The carving of the ajrak design onto the wooden block is an art initself, with intricate patterns, stylized images, and delicate colors used.
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