For India, block prints hold a place of pride, the age-old craft of dyeing & coloring a fabric using wooden blocks has been perfected over generations.
It is an ancient Rajasthani art that has been practised since the 12th century when it was granted the royal patronage by the kings of the time and it continues to practice this famous craft of block printing till today.
Bagru printing is a traditional handblock printing technique that is done using natural colours. It is a craft practiced by the ‘chippas’ community in a remote town of Rajasthan. The Bagru printed fabrics are known for their characteristic black and yellow ochre/cream colour combinations.
Over 400 years old, Bagru was originally an island in the Sanjharia river. The village became famous for its natural block (Bagru) and resist (Dabu) printing techniques after receiving patronage from the then local ruler who invited master craftsmen from Isarda to customize clothes for the community.
A craft totally dependent on water, it flourished in Bagru due to its proximity to the water source and abundant sunlight. The river has disappeared since then, but the craft has been passed through generations and today the town is now marked as a Geographical Indication (GI), a new form of Intellectual Property that seeks to address the issue of indigenous rights and traditional knowledges.
We bring to you a collection of exquisite collection of Bagru craft in sarees, unstitched suit sets & stoles.
