Old Paisley Textile Printing Block From Jaipur - Ca 1930 Origin - Mongolia grasses and clouds using underglaze

grasses and clouds using underglaze cobalt blue decoration

and offers a fascinating glimpse into the visual language of traditional astrology

The iron grating scoop is in the shape of a hooded serpent

Traditionally used for carrying chapatis or naan bread

but it is not surprising for glass that has survived around 100yrs

Old Paisley Textile Printing Block From Jaipur - Ca 1930 Origin - Mongolia grasses and clouds using underglazeThis intricate Indian textile printing block is carved with detailed paisley designs and can still be used for printing to this day. The knowledge of carving these intricate wooden textile printing blocks has been handed down through generations in Jaipur. These printing blocks can be used as decorative art, or why not use them to create your very own printed fabric or artwork.