Block Print Tapestry Cotton Spread or Tablecloth 90" x 60" Red

BLOCK PRINT TAPESTRY ~ Gorgeous hand block printed tapestry, spread or tablecloth. Lovely floral fern design with art deco border in orange and tan on candy apple red background. Made of 100% power-loomed cotton offering a strong, tight, durable weave. Measures approximately 90 x 60 inches. Can be machine washed on cool/gentle and tumble dried. The block printed textiles of India became famous in the 16th and 17th centuries in Europe when the East India Company began to export them in bulk. You have to appreciate the work that went into creating this lovely tapestry. Block printing on textiles refers to the technique by which hand carved wooden blocks are dipped in dye are repeatedly hand pressed along the length of cloth to create a repeated pattern. It is the oldest and slowest form of textile printing known to man. Truly a work of art which can only be achieved by human hand, make this lovely tapestry a treasure to own. A lovely quality with endless versatility. Your hand block printed tapestry can be used for: ~FURNITURE COVER~BEDSPREAD~ ~TABLECLOTH~BEACH BLANKET~ ~ROOM DIVIDER~A GREAT AFFORDABLE GIFT~ ~HANG THEM ON YOUR WALL OR CEILING~! We hope to inspire your imagination & creativity~:-)