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A Timeless Masterpiece
A hand-woven fantasy, the handloom Solapuri wall-hanging is a reflection of its stimulating traditional roots and artistic intricacy. An elegant illustration of the glories of past with contemporary chicness, the Solapuri wall-hanging will transform any room into an artist’s muse. The gorgeous weave has attained fame globally and has been first choice of India’s best interior décor. A sensational color combination of the tradition, the Solapuri wall-hanging in all their beguiling appeal will surely be a statement piece for those looking to make a their home with a story to tell.
The Journey of Solapuri Wall-hangings: The Saga of an Unending Wall-Hanging
The development of Handloom Weaving in Solapur seems to have commenced in the regime of the Peshwas. Most of the weavers are from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Migration, it is commonly believed, aroused principally from the difficulty of finding adequate means of livelihood in one’s native place as a result of over population, low wages, failure of crops or any other calamity etc. are the reasons for the migration of Padmashalis to Solapur. The handloom industry in Solapur was prosperous and wages were high, therefore large number of Padmashalis were settled in Solapur.
The organization of local handloom weaving industry remained fundamentally unaltered till the rise of the modem factory industry in India in the seventies of the 19th century. There were numerous small independent artisan weavers in the industry. Each artisan-house had one or two looms, which were worked by the head of the family. The family was the unit of work and the women and the children helped the weaver in preparatory processes and in some cases in dyeing also.
About the Artisans: A traditional practice that is passed on from one generation to another, the weavers of Solapuri wall hanging is skilled artisans. Recognized for the intricacy of the details, the Solapuri weaves are one of its kind. However, the rising popularity of power looms has left a drastic impact on the fate of the weavers, reducing their income gradually. The aim is to revive the glory of the weavers and bring them back into the mainstream. For this, the weavers have collaborated with Amazon to showcase these unique exemplary products to customers across India
Types of Solapuri Weave
The famous hand-woven Solapuri comes in different designs, each with its stand-out quality. Eye-catching and stylish, each of the weaves is characteristic of the rich heritage and culture of the region of origin. Available in a variety of designs and patterns one can choose between the Locking-Bathan, Yemradi, Cut work, and Tapestry to make a lasting impression.
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