Fibre derived from the hair of Angora goats, it is used to make mohair yarn and fabric. It is known for its durability, lustre and ability to absorb a wide range of dyes.
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Hank
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Tusche
A greasy ink used in lithography, etching and silkscreen printing. In lithography, artists use it to create the desired image…
Wasli
A type of handmade paper originally conceived as a surface for Mughal miniature paintings. The paper was developed in India…
Lurex
A shiny, synthetic yarn made from aluminium-coated plastic, which lends it a distinctive metallic shine. It is woven or stitched…
Sanganeri Paper
Handmade paper produced in Sanganer in Rajasthan. It is typically made using traditional methods and natural materials such as cotton…
Hemp
Textile fibre derived from the hemp plant Cannabis sativa, which also yields oilseeds, and leaves and flowers with psychoactive properties…
Gum Arabic
A naturally occuring gum obtained from the hardened sap of the Acacia senegal and Vachellia seyal trees and traditionally used…
India Ink
Also known as Chinese ink or Indian ink, it is a black pigment commonly used for draughtsmanship. A carbon-based ink…