The Beloved Sanganeri Born from Political Upheaval and a Geographical Blessing

In the 16th and 17th centuries, Chhipa artisans migrated from Gujarat to Rajasthan amid invasions by the Mughals and Marathas.

They found refuge in Sanganer, near Jaipur, under the patronage of the royal family of Jaipur and Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II.

The craft flourished in Sanganer thanks to: the clean waters of the Dhoondh River, ideal for washing, bleaching, and dyeing textiles.

These conditions helped create the crisp white backgrounds and vibrant colored motifs that became hallmarks of Sanganeri prints.

With royal support and growing trade, by the 18th century, Sanganeri prints had reached Europe, where their floral patterns found a growing audience.