All the items in “Irresistible: The Global Patterns of Ikat” — well, all but one — were woven with the same painstaking technique. But the robes, wraps and wall hangings on exhibit at the George ...

What do Oscar de la Renta and Rasul Mirzaahmedov have in common? The New York fashion designer and the Uzbek master weaver share a passion for ikat, a fabric created through a complex process called ...

Installation view of To Dye For: Ikats From Central Asia at the Smithsonian Institution’s Arthur M. Sackler Gallery (all images courtesy Arthur M. Sackler Gallery) WASHINGTON, DC — In 1997, Oscar de ...

Some human works last for centuries, or even millennia. Ancient pottery, carvings from Greece, India and China and even pre-historic cave paintings survive through the years and give us plentiful ...

Originally an intricate tie-dyed weaving process used primarily in Indonesia and Central Asia, exotic ikat patterns are back in a big way, making an imprint on everything from teapots to iPhone covers ...

From power ties to flashy jewelry, it’s no secret that what the wealthy wear tends to signal their lofty standing in society. Far from an exclusively modern or American phenomenon, the practice of ...

Of the many styles of fabric and weaves that the Indian artisans have contributed to the world, one of the most chic pieces is the ikat. Easily one of the intricate fabrics and also one of the ...

From bold geometric motifs to intricate floral patterns, ikat fabrics showcase a rich tapestry of colours and textures, making each piece a true work of art The mood for this holiday season is ...

Ikat: It's an odd little word that is taking the design world by storm. In actuality, it has been around for centuries, but just in the past couple of years has it made designers fall in love. So what ...

Indian art has a deep-rooted charm that extends far beyond museums and galleries, influencing how we shape and live within our spaces. From intricate embroidery patterns to grand architectural motifs, ...