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block printing

noun

  1. printing from hand engraved or carved blocks of wood or linoleum
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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I fell in love with the art of block printing on a trip to India many years ago.

Historically, block printing has been used in India since at least the 12th century.

Floral patterns: Flowers are a popular motif in Indian block printing.

Paisley motifs: Paisley, also known as “mango” or “ambi,” is a distinctive teardrop-shaped motif commonly used in Indian block printing.

Indigo dyeing: While not a pattern or motif per se, indigo dyeing is closely associated with Indian block printing.

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