Indian textiles aesthetic

A new book from the V&A catalogues and explains the development of Indian textiles over the centuries, providing an invaluable compendium of patterns and techniques.

Indian chintz is characterised by its printed or painted floral designs and vibrant, durable colours. To know more, visit MAP Academy's Encylopedia of Art.

From the South Indian town of Srikalahasti to the Scottish city of Glasgow, meet the artists keeping this craft of handpainted fabrics alive

FP5 Only one available. Rare find. Vintage item from the 1950s Materials: cotton embroidery/ glass mirrors This is an antique and rare old gala patch and in very good condition for its age. It shows signs commensurate with wear, tear and use which only add to its character. This banjara vintage textile is a "gala" which is part of a headdress used for carrying water. It hangs down the back of the neck and is used to show off the woman's needlework skills. The gala is embriodered thickly in…

Embroider

@labelmana: “Ajrakh. The very name sends us rushing to the dusty village of Gujarat, Ajrakpur, from where this…”

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A new exhibition at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), Toronto celebrates the Indian textile - chintz, and its influence on the world.

Mayfair Boutique on Instagram: “Here is a small Fabric tour of India! www.mayfairgujarat.com”