A small town in Rajasthan sharing a huge heritage when it comes to textile, craft and off-course the rich culture. The fabric prints with unique pattern of flower leaves is the specialty of this town. Rajasthan being the largest state in India also shares large cultural heritage. It is known for its history of rulers, towering castle, precisely sculptured by artisans. Fabrics of Rajasthan is no oddity when it comes to fine aesthetic prints. Sanganeri is one of such creation. These prints are native to Sanganer a small village near Jaipur. Printing technique discovered and evolved in 16th and 17th century is still practiced by block printing. the blocks are locally known as Chhapas or buntis found in different shapes and sizes. These are made of seasoned teak wood with design on the underside of the block. These wooden blocks have different floral motif carved on them. As these motifs share strong cultural background, legal measures have been taken by authorities to preserve and spread the craft. Hand Block Printed textile products will now be protected as a geographical indication under Geographical Indication of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999. Almost 500 year old, Sanganeri hand block printed textiles, are characterized by delicate floral motifs in multiple colours. Sanganeri is admired for its detailed work of tender lines and floral patterns. It is very prominent in Indian fashion, its vibrant colors adds an eminence to chic fashion while its sophisticated patterns transmits very elegant guise. It is rooted in every class of society.These prints are easily seen on streets and daily market and also used carefully by couture designers. It ranges widely from minimal monotonal colors to vibrant detailed designs. Sanganeri is not just printed on dresses it has become a part of lifestyle in India where curtain, bed sheets, pillow covers and even handkerchiefs are hued with the colors of sanganeri. was also adopted in European culture in 18th century.
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