INDIAN TEXTILE HERITAGE

Paper Code: 
24DHSC515A
Credits: 
04
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to –

1.             Create awareness of design and its interpretation from traditional textiles.

2.             Familiarize the way of sustaining the traditional textiles.

3.             Foster appreciation of various traditional textiles of India.

4.              Understand the different types of embroidery stitches

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Learning outcome

(at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course

title

24DHSC 515A

Indian Textile Heritage

(Theory)

 

CO 167:Analyze various motifs, design and colour of textiles and their relevance in woven textiles

CO168: Recognize and appreciate the styles employed, designs incorporated in dyed textiles

CO169: Explain importance and significance of painted and printed textiles

CO170: Differentiate various embroidered textiles of various states

CO171: Elaborate the various interventions by the organization in sustaining the traditional textiles

CO172: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

 

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Simulation,  presentation, Giving tasks

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation

 

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Woven Textiles
  • Study in reference to origin, processing techniques, colours and motifs used:
  • Bengal- Jamdani, Baluchar
  • Tamilnadu – Kanjeevaram
  • Maharashtra - Paithani
  • Madhya Pradesh – Chanderi
  • Uttar Pradesh – Brocades
  • Kashmir– Carpets & Shawls

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Dyed Textiles: Study in reference to styles employed, designs incorporated, effects achieved
  • Rajasthan – Bandhani
  • Andhra Pradesh – Ikat (TeliaRumal, Pochampalli)
  • Gujarat – Patola

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Painted and Printed Textiles
  • Andhra Pradesh – Kalamkari: Kalahasti and Machilipatnam
  • Nathdwara- Pichwais
  • Orrisa- Patachitra
  • Rajasthan – Sanganer and Bagru
  • Madhya Pradesh – Bagh
12.00
Unit IV: 
Embroidery: Material used, techniques employed and designs incorporated in embroidered textiles
  • Jammu and Kashmir-Kashida.
  • Gujarat-Kutch and Kathiawar
  • Punjab-Phulkari.
  • Uttar Pradesh-Chikankari
  • Karnataka-Kasuti.
  • West Bengal-Kantha.
  • Rajasthan –gottapatti
12.00
Unit V: 
Conservation and status of Traditional Textiles
  • Factors influencing degradation of textiles
  • Care and storage techniques
  • Evolution and socio-economic significance of Khadi, Handloom and Handicraft sector.
  • Interventions by the organization in sustaining the traditional textiles

 

Essential Readings: 
  1. Karolia, A. (2019). Traditional Indian Handcrafted Textiles: History, Techniques, Processes, Design Vol I & II (First Edition). New Delhi: Niyogi Books Pvt. Ltd.
  2. Naik, S.D. (2012). Traditional Embroideries of India New Delhi: APH Publishing Corporation.
  3. Crill, R. (1999). Indian Embroidery New Delhi: Prakash Book Depot.
  4. Bhatnagar, P. (2006). Traditional Indian Costumes & Textiles Chandigarh: Abhishek Publications.
  5. Rai, I. (2008). Indian Embroidery and Textiles Jodhpur: Books Treasure.
  6. Shenai, V. A. (1992). History of Textile Design Sevak Publication.
  7. Naik, S.D. (1997). Folk Embroidery and Traditional Handloom Weaving New Delhi: APH Publishing Corporation.
References: 
  1. Hatanka .K. (1996) , Textiles Arts of India Chronicle Books, San Francisco.
  2. Gillow, J. (1993). Traditional Indian Textiles. London: Thames & Hudson Ltd.
  3. Mehta (1970). Masterpieces of Indian Textiles, Mumbai: Taraporevala Publishing Industries Pvt. Ltd.
  4. Kothari, G. (1995). Colourful Textiles of Rajasthan. Jaipur, Jaipur Publishing House.
  5. Sarabhai (1988). Patolas and Resist- Dyed Fabrics of India, Ahmedabad: Mapim Publishing Pvt. Ltd.
  6. Ghosh, G. K. & Ghosh, S. (1995) Indian Textiles (Past and Present), New Delhi: APH Publishing corporation.
Academic Year: 
2024-2025
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