Kalamkari is an ancient Indian art form of hand-painted or block-printed cotton textile, originating from the present-day states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The name is derived from the Persian words “kalam” (pen) and “kari” (craftsmanship), literally meaning “drawing with a pen” . This intricate process involves using natural dyes and a bamboo pen to create detailed narrative scrolls, hangings, and clothing.
