Old Textile Printing Block From Jaipur - Ca 1930 Material - Pine 23 diam x 49 h

23 diam x 49 h cm approx

Khandoba is detachable from horse

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Ceramics with underglaze copper-red decoration are very rare

Such pieces were often made by skilled artisans and used in temples and homes alike for daily devotional practices

Old Textile Printing Block From Jaipur - Ca 1930 Material - Pine 23 diam x 49 hThis intricate Indian textile printing block has been hand carved with remarkable detail, a testament to the traditional craftsmanship of Jaipur. Each block was used in the centuries old art of block printing, where natural dyes were pressed into cotton to create vibrant, repeating patterns. The knowledge of carving these complex designs has been passed down through generations of skilled artisans. Watching printers at work is truly captivating the