Deriving its name from tapisserie, tapestries are one of the best form of hand expertise on textiles. Giving a new definition to art these are a perfect example of symbolising the caliber of the artisans depicting various things ranging from mythological scripts to life of local people to describing the real meaning of life. These are traditionally woven on a vertical loom. These are generally weaving them in the horizontal and the vertical patterns in which usually the vertical threads cover the entire textile whereas the horizontal pattern is woven back and forth in particular areas giving the exact design to the textile. These threads are generally the made of cotton or linen for covering the fabric and the designs are imparted by wool, silk, silver or gold threads.
The tapestries of the modern time also include the patch work tapestries in which small patches are put together to give the textile a meaning. Apart from the patch work tapestries they also include zari embroidery work and hand painted tapestries also which are speculating. These tapestries have now become a source to impart elegance and grace to a modern house giving it a touch that the culture is being carried along. These are fabulous pieces and if you have one then you can not let them go.
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