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Patterns of India
£22.50
Publication date: 3 March 2020
Through over 200 photographs, Patterns of India reveals how color and pattern shape every aspect of Western Indian life—from textiles and markets to architecture, cuisine, and ritual—offering an intimate glimpse into Rajasthani culture.
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Patterns of India
A Journey Through Colours, Textiles, and the Vibrancy of Rajasthan
Patterns of India is a vibrant visual journey into the richly textured and colorful culture of Western India. Photographer and writer Christine Chitnis spent over a decade exploring the region, capturing its intricate patterns, striking hues, and the everyday beauty woven into Rajasthani life.
Organised around five dominant colors – royal blue, sandstone, marigold, ivory, and rose – this book examines how color and pattern exist in a symbiotic relationship, shaping religion, politics, food, dress, and tradition. From the fuchsia of a sari to temple rose chains, and from burnt orange spices to henna tattoos at weddings, each image tells a story of cultural meaning, craftsmanship, and life in motion.
With more than 200 stunning photographs complemented by history- and culture-based essays, Patterns of India offers an intimate and immersive experience of Western India. A celebration of color, pattern, and cultural richness, this book is perfect for lovers of photography, design, travel, and the vibrant traditions of India.
Additional information
| Format | Hardcover |
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| Format | Hardcover |
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| ISBN | 978-0525577096 |
| Publisher | Pisces Books |
| Number of pages | 288 |
| Dimensions | 18.57 x 2.9 x 25.02 cm |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | 3 March 2020 |
“It's the trip of a lifetime – a textile-based tour of colorful Rajasthan, India with over 200 lush photographs depicting everday life in one of the most vibrant regions in the world.”
