Named after pioneer of modern Indian art - Amrita Sher-Gil, these Kala Cotton pillow cases are handcrafted from heirloom organic cotton grown in Gujarat, India. Handwoven on traditional wooden looms by award winning artisanal community of weavers, they have a natural and earthy vibe.
- 12 x 18 inches
- 100% unbleached cotton
- Exposed premium brass YKK zipper
- We recommend gentle cold wash with mild detergent
- Handcrafted entirely by hand; subtle irregularities are to be expected and celebrated
- Made in India
The pillow fabric is handcrafted on hand-operated wooden looms, one of the oldest methods of textile production in India. The looms require no electricity or punch cards to guide the design, only skill, technique and vision of the weavers. The yarn is made from heirloom organic cotton grown in Gujarat, India. The crop is purely rain fed so unlike large scale industrialized cotton production, it doesn't require vast amounts of water to grow. It is also organic since it needs no pesticides and has high tolerance to diseases and pests.
By choosing this handmade piece, you help preserve craftsmanship and support rural artisan communities. We truly appreciate your support.
Who was Amrita Sher-Gil
Amrita Sher-Gil was born in 1913 and started painting at the age of eight. She is one of the pioneers of modern Indian art and was known as India's Frida Kahlo. She died at the early age of 28, but her artwork is still praised and sold at top art galleries internationally. "I can only paint in India. Europe belongs to Picasso, Matisse, and Braque. India belongs only to me." — Amrita Sher-Gil