Inspired by Indian textiles from the collection of National Museums and also local museums in Thailand, a Thai scholar decided to go searching more about the textiles in India. In quest of Indian textiles for Thai Market will tell you what have been found in India and how they can be connected to Thai history and culture.
Indian textiles used by the Thais were mentioned and depicted in the historical accounts and arts during Ayutthaya and Bangkok periods. They include chintz or calico, brocade , ikat , embroidery etc. Temples’ mural paintings , ancient books, and old photos show how Indian textiles were used in Thai context. Dawoodi Bohra, a shiite muslim community from Gujarat in western India was among textile dealers imported Indian textiles known as Saudagiri to Thailand from early Bangkok period until World War II. Maskati was the most popular agent in importing the chintz or Pha Lai . The decline of Indian textiles after World War II led to manufacturing of Pha Lai Thai or Thai Chintz by Thai producers which has been used as part of Thai traditional costume until today.
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