BLOCK PRINT WITH PIGMENT COLOUR (warp-2/80s weft-2/80s cotton)
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TextDDC classification: 746.662
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Knowledge Management Center, NID Assam | Knowledge Management Center, NID Assam | Reference | Material Library Collection | 746.662 BLO (Browse shelf (Opens below)) | Not For Loan | Block printing is an ancient textile art that uses hand-carved wooden or metal blocks to press dyes or ink onto fabric, creating patterns and designs. Artisans dip the block into color and repeatedly stamp it onto a piece of fabric, with each color typically requiring a separate block and careful alignment to create intricate, traditional, and often nature-inspired designs. Block print pigments are made of tiny, undissolved particles bound with a mixture of binder and a thickening agent, which are then mixed with a liquid (like kerosene or water) to the right consistency for application to a fabric's surface, creating designs that are a visual deposit on the cloth rather than a dye that penetrates it. The process allows for vibrant colors and detailed patterns but requires careful mixing to avoid a raised or spoiled design. | ML152 |
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