This vintage piece is an original block print used to print designs on fabrics in India. Block printing has been used in India since at least the 12th century, and the method is thought to be 2,000 years old.
This large peacock is special and unusual - most block prints are smaller and less detailed to make the repetitive fabric printing process more efficient. While you could still use this block print to print fabric it is more suited to be displayed as an art piece in your home or office. This piece would look great propped on a shelf or mantel. The natural wear of regular use can be seen but this item has exquisite detail and is in excellent conditional for it's age.
Approx: 10.5" wide x 10.75" tall x 2.5" deep
This vintage item is in excellent condition. It has the natural wear and patina of regular use.
Made in India in the mid 20th century.
Provenance: This item is offered from our private collection. We purchased this item ourselves purchased in Madras, India in the 1980s.
You are purchasing the exact item shown in the photos and video. If you have questions or would like additional pictures, please feel free to contact us we are always happy to answer questions and send more details.
This item is described with provenance and authenticity to the best of our knowledge with no intent to deceive or misrepresent. Minor scuffs, scratches, scrapes, marks, nicks, cracks, etc., otherwise known as natural wear don't affect the functionality of the item, are normal in any previously owned, antique, vintage item and are to be expected.
For more information on traditional block printing take a look at these articles from Vouge and the New York Times:
https://www.vogue.in/content/history-of-block-prints-indian-textiles-designers-using-ajrakh-dabu-prints
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/18/t-magazine/block-print-jaipur-india.html
