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The Dhar family is a well-known block printing family in Madhya Pradesh, India, with a history of over 300 years in the craft. The family is based in the town of Bagh, which is known for its unique block printing style.
The family's block printing technique involves the use of hand-carved wooden blocks and natural dyes made from plants and minerals. The designs are first drawn on paper and then transferred onto the blocks, which are then carved by hand. The fabric is then treated with a mordant to prepare it for dyeing, and then dipped in various natural dyes to create the desired colours and designs.
Their unique style of block printing, involves the use of bold and vibrant colours and geometric patterns. They also specialize in a technique called "bagh printing," which involves the use of a mud resist and multiple dye baths to create intricate and highly detailed designs.
The process of creating a Bagh print involves several stages. First, the fabric is washed and soaked in a mixture of water and myrobalan, a natural mordant that helps the fabric to absorb the dye. The fabric is then stamped with a wooden block, which has been coated with a resist paste made from clay and gum. The fabric is then dyed in a mixture of natural colours, with the resist paste preventing the dye from penetrating the stamped areas. This process is repeated several times, with different blocks and colours, to create a complex and multi-coloured design.
Again, their work is also recognized nationally as well as internationally, and also are prized highly.