Kalamkari
is the combination of two words ''kalam'' means pen and ''kari''
means work. It is an art and craft. It is one of the most traditional
art forms of India. Kalamkari craft is the most renowned all over the
world. This craft is manufactured by hand by the skilled artisans
and exported to the international market.
Kalamkari
artisans use a special kind of pen made of bamboo and wooden cut
pens called kalams, and dip them in inks made from pigments
derived from vegetables and fruits to create beautiful fabrics of all
kinds and synthetic colors are not used in it. It is a famous
design form in ensembles such as saris, dupattas and most importantly
Shawls.
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Kalamkari
is done with the hand, with a kalam that at the hands of the artisans
works magic on a cloth. Kalamkari is also done on other apparel in
the fabrics of cotton, silk, and wool. Pashmina shawls with kalamkari
work are the epitome of delicate yet intricate workmanship.
Kalamkari
is the most famous art of painting on cloth using a kalam. Kalamkari
jamawars are created by the combination of kalamkari and kashmiri
sozni hand needlework. It is a very detailed and complicated art.
Kalamkari is in demand both from the domestic and international
markets and it was also exported to different parts of the
world. Kalamkari shawls are hand made by the skilled artisans of this
craft.
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What is Kalamkari?
Kalamkari
is the most ancient style of painting done on different kinds of
fabrics. It follows 23 steps of dyeing, bleaching, hand painting,
block-printing, starching, cleaning, etc. Kalamkari craft is very attractive, beautiful and stylish and appeal lies in the
uniqueness and mystic tone which fascinates the beholder.
As
per historical accounts, fabric samples depicting kalamkari art were
found mostly on archeological sites of Mohenjo-Daro. Kalamkari
came into existence through traveling folk singers and painters.
They use it as an art of storytelling.
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During the Golconda sultanate
of Hyderabad, kalamkari form rose to prominence and the chirtrakattas
were praised and acknowledged by the rulers. According to historical
accounts, Kalamkari art was not commissioned on Kashmiri shawls until
the late 18th century. It is one of the oldest handicrafts of India. This craft has been a part of India since the time of
Mughals. Nowadays the traditional unique patterns of printing are
still resonating in designs.
Kalamkari Shawls for Women
Luxurious
hand embroidery outline work is a glimpse of Persian architecture
riddled into the soft fine fabric. These unique shawls can be worn on
formal as well as casual occasions. The Beauty of Kalamkari shawls
has over the years earned its patronage of women. It gives an elegant and royal look.
Kalamkari Shawls for Men
The
Beauty of Kalamkari gents’ shawls have over the years earned its
patronage. With unique printed borders and embroidered Pallas (lower
part of Kalamkari shawls has become a fashion statement of
class and sophistication. It is perfect weddings, gifts, and parties
during the winter season. It gives a classic look when worn with
kurta pajama.
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