Question

How did kalamkari cloth get its name

Answer 1

Etymology. Historically, Kalamkari used to be known as Pattachitra, an art form still found in neighboring Odisha and other parts of India and Nepal. The term "Pattachitra" in (Sanskrit:पट्टचित्र) translates to "Patta" meaning "cloth" and "Chitra" means "picture".

Answer 2

Etymology. Historically, Kalamkari used to be known as Pattachitra, an art form still found in neighboring Odisha and other parts of India and Nepal. The term "Pattachitra" in (Sanskrit:पट्टचित्र) translates to "Patta" meaning "cloth" and "Chitra" means "picture".