Kalamkari Block Print Cotton Table Placemat 19" x 13" Multi Color

PLACEMAT TABLE LINEN~ Gorgeous Kalamkari block print placemat. Measures 19 x 13 inches. Made of 100% quality cotton. They are color fast and can be machine washed separately on cool/gentle and tumble dried. Gorgeous colors in indigo, red, and gold on beige. Kalamkari is a combination of hand painting and block printing. The art of Kalamkari demands a lot of treatment before and after the painting and block printing is completed on the cotton fabric. Hence Kalamkari is a laborious and time consuming process. The Masulipatnam style of Kalamkari usually has delicate Persian motifs like trees, creepers, flowers and leaves. There is a definite Dutch influence which can be traced back to the the nineteenth century when there was great demand for Kalamkari from Europe. Today Kalamkari is still practiced by a number of small families in and around the old fishing port of Masulipatnam. The intricate designs, elaborate borders and understanding of balanced composition have made Kalamkari one of the most widely imitated styles of Indian printing today. These gorgeous Kalamkari block prints will add a unique quality to your dining experience. Many of our placemats have matching tablecloths and napkins that can be purchased individually. You will love the rich colors and quality of this Kalamkari block print. Your Kalamkari placemat can be used for: FORMAL DINING ~ CASUAL DINING ~ RESTAURANTS ~ SPECIAL OCCASIONS Hard to find table linens for unique minded people~:-)