Hand-carved Teak Wood Block by Gangadhar (Big)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are wooden printing blocks used for?

Woodblock printing, or block printing, is a technique for printing text, images, or patterns and was widely used throughout East Asia as a method of printing on textiles and later on paper.

How long has this printing technique been used for?

Block printing is known to have been used in India since at least the 12th century, but the method is believed to date back about 2000 years. According to one theory, Indian artisans borrowed techniques from China and turned them into culturally unique art forms.

How is it used to print images and designs?

Each page or image is created by cutting out blocks of wood, leaving only some areas and lines of the original level. In the letterpress printing process, it is they that appear and appear as ink on the print. Block engraving is a skilled and laborious task, but it can print a large number of impressions.

Can we print fabrics with wooden print blocks?

iTokri employs skilled artisans to carve intricate patterns and designs from wooden blocks. These wooden blocks can be used to print patterns and patterns on paper, fabric, etc. These wooden blocks can also be used for furniture and interiors to add new patterns and designs

What Is Hand Block Printing Used For?

It is used for small and medium-sized print execution. Successful prints range from bold, simple shapes and limited-colour designs to more complex designs in a variety of colours. Block printing is suitable for creating positive and negative images and repeating patterns.