Rectangular Ghalamkar Persian cotton tablecloth

Rectangular Persian tablecloth – Handmade printed cotton Ghalamkar

Add a touch of history and artisanal beauty to your home with this rectangular Ghalamkar Persian tablecloth, handmade in Isfahan, Iran. With its dimensions of 132×195 cm, this tablecloth is ideal for family tables, buffets, or as a decorative wall hanging.

🧵 History & Craftsmanship

Ghalamkar is an ancient textile printing technique that dates back to the pre-Islamic era and flourished under the Safavid dynasty. The word Ghalam means “pen” or “stylus” in Persian, referring to the delicate work achieved with engraved wooden stamps. These stamps are dipped in natural dyes and manually applied to cotton, motif after motif.

The tablecloth features traditional boteh (paisley) motifs and floral arabesques, symbols of life, growth, and continuity in Iranian culture.

🏠 Suggested Uses:

• Table centerpiece for 4 to 6 people
• Decorative cover for a buffet or dresser
• Ethnic and Artistic Wall Hanging
• Decorative Throw for Bed or Sofa
• Elegant and Unique Cultural Gift

Its chromatic harmony and refined design are suitable for traditional interiors as well as bohemian or minimalist styles.

🌍 Cultural Significance

To own a Ghalamkar textile is to own a living fragment of Persian heritage. This utilitarian work of art embodies centuries of patience, precision, and visual poetry. Each tablecloth tells a story — that of the master artisans of Isfahan, the sacred bond with nature, and the artistic soul of Iran.