The traditional art of block is very old and is carried out with the vegetable dyes by the printers. The wooden blocks have embossed motifs which...
Hand Block Printing of Udaipur, Rajasthan
Udaipur and Nathdwara, the temple city here the designs are mostly relegios in nature. These designs are linked with Srinathji, Lord Krishna. Block Printing here is a part of Pichwai, a traditional painting. Special blocks are also made using sandal wood which leave a perfume on to the cloth as well. The block prints are also done on saris, wraps, and quilt covers. The main technique involves placing the block directly on the fabric for the design-transfer to be made.