Dupatta

Light green and black

Used as a traditional long scarf or shawl draped over the shoulders, head, or around the waist. They are an essential part of ethnic wear and serve as a vital canvas for India’s rich textile history. Dupattas are characterized by regional weaving techniques and embellishments, bringing distinct textures and weights to an outfit.

Made with a block print technique, an ancient textile tradition in which artisans used hand-carved wooden blocks to stamp intricate patterns repetitively onto the fabric. Centered mostly in Rajasthan and Gujarat, this highly precise craft utilizes natural dyes, resist-paste methods, and multi-generational techniques to produce unique, slow-made textiles.

• Title: Dupatta

• Date: 1985

• Geography: Rajasthan, India

• Medium: Cotton

• Dimensions: H. 88 in.  W. 37 in.

• Provenance: Purchased in Jaipur, India

• Inventory Number:  IN.47