Antique Rajasthani Indigo Resist Cloth – Floral, 2 Panels Wide

An inviting, richly patterned indigo cloth with a lattice-like repeat formed entirely from dotted resist—an iconic feature of Rajasthani dabu printing.

This antique textile comes from the indigo-dyeing and mud-resist traditions of Rajasthan—most notably the Bagru/Sanganer region known for its dotted floral and vinework designs. Each motif is built from small resist dots, an identifying hallmark of the area’s historic workshops. The cloth was woven on a pit loom in two matching panels, each approximately 18–20" wide, then joined for use as a furnishing or futon cover.

The handwoven cotton base holds indigo in a way that creates layered blues and a velvety matte finish. The selvages, the subtle irregularity of the weave, and the interior fading pattern all point to mid-20th-century Indian production. During this period, India exported large volumes of dabu indigo cloth to Japan, where it was used widely in everyday homes for bedding, curtains, and practical household textiles. This piece likely has such a history, explaining its size, construction, and softened surface.

Ideal for display, restoration work, home décor, or art textiles, this cloth offers both beauty and depth—perfect for makers who want antique indigo with a story behind the pattern.

Age: Estimated 1930s–1950s, supported by loom width, resist technique, natural indigo characteristics, and mid-century export patterns from Rajasthan to Japan.

Dimensions: 37.5" × 83.5" (95 × 212 cm)
Panel count: 2 panels wide (standard Rajasthani pit-loom width ~18–20" each)

Made in Rajasthan, India