EXPLORING THE KALAMKARI THROUGH HAND-PAINTED TEXTILE ART

Preethi Gollapalle; Dileep Kumar Kota; Rajesh Kumar

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i2.2024.1091

Authors

Preethi Gollapalle Bachelor Student, Department of Fashion Design, School of Arts and Design Woxsen University, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Dileep Kumar Kota Bachelor Student, Department of Fashion Design, School of Arts and Design Woxsen University, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Rajesh Kumar Assistant Professor, Department of Fashion Design, School of Arts and Design Woxsen University, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i2.2024.1091

Keywords:

Kalamkari, Indian Textile Art, Hand-Painted, Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

Abstract [English]

Indian calligraphy, or kalamkari, is a highly regarded traditional art form whose elaborate hand-painted motifs on textiles have attracted art fans for years. This paper delves into the intricate world of Kalamkari, a traditional Indian art form celebrated for its hand-painted textile artworks. The study aims to uncover Kalamkari's historical evolution, cultural significance, and contemporary relevance through a multidimensional exploration. The methodology combines a thorough literature review, field study, visual analysis of artworks, and comparative examination across regions and historical periods. The literature review provides insights into Kalamkari's origins, techniques, and socio-cultural contexts, while field study involves interactions with artisans and documentation of their techniques and processes. Visual analysis scrutinizes motifs, colours, and narrative elements in Kalamkari textiles, illuminating their aesthetic and symbolic dimensions.

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