{"product_id":"moltani-applique-chakla-26-x-28","title":"Multani Applique Chakla - 2'6 x 2'7","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 striking chakla features four oversized diamond medallions framed by layered bands of brilliant magenta, saffron, indigo, turquoise, and emerald. A lively border of individually appliquéd patchwork diamonds, many fashioned from repurposed patterned textiles, enlivens the composition with subtle variation and texture. The saturated palette, dynamic geometry, and inventive use of reclaimed luxury fabrics exemplify the joyful creativity and resourcefulness that define these remarkable ceremonial textiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e2'6\" x 2'7\" [76cm x 79cm]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge: \u003c\/strong\u003eMidcentury \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\u003eTX690\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HEIRLOOM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51546894729533,"sku":"TX690","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1965\/6737\/files\/antiquePakistaniMoltaniappliqueChaklatexilte.jpg?v=1775084870","url":"https:\/\/www.heirloombk.com\/products\/moltani-applique-chakla-26-x-28","provider":"HEIRLOOM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}