Pipili Applique – Lampshade

Product: Pipli Applique (Odisha)

Category/Sub-Category: Applique

Description:  Applique, a French term, is a technique by which various cutting pieces of coloured fabrics are applied to the surface of another foundation fabric. Applique works of Pipili is also known as patching cloth design and in local language this handicraft is known as ‘Chandua’.

The piece of Arte-fact is a lamp shade made up of colored cloth pieces following an age-old tradition of Pipli Applique and unique designs/patterns.

Place of Origin: Pipli, Odisha, India.

Significance:

1. A unique colorful piece of Art.
2. The art originated several centuries back
3. Applique art has a touch of divinity(Jagannath Culture)
4. It can be used in any part of house as a symbol of spiritualism and age old Indian tradition.

 Suggestion for Maintenance:

1. Normal Wash for Cotton varieties recommended.
2. In case you want to hand wash, use cold water and a standard washing powder.
3. Dry fabric in shade as sun may cause the fabric to fade.
4. Wash dark colors separately and never use chemical bleach.