{"product_id":"moltani-applique-chakla-25-x-24","title":"Multani Applique Chakla - 2'5 x 2'4","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChakla are square appliqué textiles from a broad region stretching from Gujarat and Rajasthan in India to the Multan region of present-day Pakistan. Used as wall hangings, table coverings, and ceremonial textiles, they also formed an important part of a young woman’s dowry in communities such as the Banjara, where they were displayed during wedding celebrations. More than decorative objects, chakla reflect the rich artistic traditions and communal life of the region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is meticulously handcrafted using appliqué, with carefully cut fragments of colored fabric stitched onto a cotton ground to create vibrant geometric compositions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLikely from the Multan region of present-day Pakistan, this charming chakla features four diamond medallions framed by vibrant bands of red, saffron, and indigo. A lively border of individually appliquéd patchwork diamonds, incorporating striped, floral, and printed cottons alongside repurposed luxury fabrics, surrounds the composition with playful rhythm and color. Its softer, earth-toned palette and eclectic mix of reclaimed textiles highlight the ingenuity and resourcefulness that make these ceremonial textiles such enduring expressions of domestic artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e2'5\" x 2'4\" [74cm x 71cm]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.heirloombk.com\/collections\/age-1925-1950\" title=\"1925-1950 collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ2 20th Century (1925-1950)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.heirloombk.com\/collections\/south-asian%20\" title=\"South Asian collection\"\u003ePakistan\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType of Textile: \u003c\/strong\u003eChakla\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eCotton with applique\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:  \u003c\/strong\u003eV\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eery good; some wear to the applique fabrics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTX687\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HEIRLOOM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51546884145469,"sku":"TX687","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1965\/6737\/files\/TX687-2_5x2_4_f717bee9-fbd5-4a8c-bc8a-27daaff2e847.jpg?v=1775084314","url":"https:\/\/www.heirloombk.com\/products\/moltani-applique-chakla-25-x-24","provider":"HEIRLOOM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}