A traditional decorative wall hanging or textile art, often featuring intricate patterns and symbolic designs.
Origin unclear; possibly related to Sanskrit or South Asian textile traditions, though the specific etymological path is disputed among scholars.
In South Asian textile traditions, the patterns in woven designs often tell stories or mark social status, with colors and symbols acting as a visual language that skilled readers could interpret.
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