HISTORY OF NATURAL TEXTILE DYES IN TRADITIONAL WEAVING IN KERALA
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i1.2024.4678Keywords:
Natural Textile Dyes, Traditional WeavingAbstract [English]
This essay explores the historical evolution and cultural significance of organic dyes used in typical weaving techniques in Kerala, a region renowned for its rich history and artisanal craftsmanship. By examining their sources, uses, and socioeconomic impacts, the study highlights the crucial role that organic dyes play in describing the identity of its weaving traditions. This paper examines the importance of textile dyes, how they were used in local agrarian economies, and how they were incorporated into cultural practices. It also examines how the artisanal ecosystem was disrupted by industrialization, which caused a decrease in natural dyeing methods and the subsequent emergence of synthetic alternatives.
This study emphasizes the relationship between heritage and monetary history while highlighting the complex relationship between natural resources, skill, and cultural identity through the use of an ethnographic approach. Additionally discussed are contemporary efforts to bring back traditional dyeing techniques and their potential benefits for ethical fashion and cultural preservation. By combining historical knowledge with current perspectives, the paper aims to contribute to the greater discussion on protecting material cultural assets while highlighting the ongoing significance of traditions in the present.
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