Block-printed and mordant-dyed plain-weave cotton kalamkari prayer mat with an architectural design of a mihrab (arched niche indicating the direction of prayer). Likely produced in Isfahan, Iran (Persia), or perhaps on the Southeastern coast of India for the Muslim community in Persia. Block-printed and mordant-dyed plain-weave cotton. The cotton fabric is soaked in a myrobalan (plant-derived) solution before it is printed and dyed, giving it an ochre color. Top portion features ornate architec
| Title | Block-printed and mordant-dyed plain-weave cotton kalamkari prayer mat with an architectural design of a mihrab (arched niche indicating the direction of prayer). Likely produced in Isfahan, Iran (Persia), or perhaps on the Southeastern coast of India for the Muslim community in Persia. Block-printed and mordant-dyed plain-weave cotton. The cotton fabric is soaked in a myrobalan (plant-derived) solution before it is printed and dyed, giving it an ochre color. Top portion features ornate architec |
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| Publication Date: | Late 19th Century - Early 20th Century |
| Subject | Floral | Mihrab | Bird |
| Type | Other |
| Language | Arabic |
| Digital | Yes |
| Manuscript | No |
| Physical Dimensions | 114.3 cm - 81.28 cm |
| Library: | The Penn Museum |
| Record ID | 88-16-49 |
| Library Location | Collections Storage |
| Date | Late 19th Century - Early 20th Century |
| Notes | India | Gujarat (uncertain) | Rajasthan (uncertain) | Iran (uncertain) - Received from various sources, pre-1988 - Asian |
