large Peacock in Full Plumage Indian Wooden Block Stamp for Printing

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Product Description

Intricate Peacock a symbol of joy in India. Hand carved wooden block stamps have been used for centuries here for textile printing. These wood blocks can used for most arts and craft projects. YOu can stamp textiles , clay, walls, whatever flat surface you want to really.

Not the wood block stamps your looking for I have many other shapes and sizes, check out my shop.

The blocks are made from various woods but the majority are made from the sisam tree.

measures aprox:
5x4 1/2 or 13x12.5cm

Block printing is a ancient art craft of printing on textiles. India has been renowned for its printed and dyed cotton cloth since the 12th century and the creative processes flourished as the fabric received royal patronage.The earliest records mention the printing centers in the south, the craft seems to have been prevalent all over India.

Wholesale inquiries welcome!

Materials Used

wood

Color:

black

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