{"product_id":"antique-maia-pillow","title":"Antique Maia Pillow","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Maia Kalamkari Pillow Cover showcases a timeless hand-printed motif that embodies both culture and design. Crafted from soft cotton, its intricate pattern brings warmth, texture, and character to any setting, making it an accent piece for layering in your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"89\"\u003eKalamkari\u003c\/strong\u003e is an ancient Indian art form, its name derived from the words \u003cem data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"160\"\u003ekalam\u003c\/em\u003e (pen) and \u003cem data-start=\"171\" data-end=\"177\"\u003ekari\u003c\/em\u003e (craftsmanship), meaning \u003cem data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"223\"\u003edrawing with a pen\u003c\/em\u003e. Originating in small artisan villages of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, this intricate process dates back over 3,000 years. Each piece is hand-printed or hand-painted using natural dyes extracted from plants, roots, and minerals, and requires meticulous attention over a span of 15–23 days to complete. From preparing the fabric with natural mordants, to block-printing and hand detailing, to repeated washing and sun-drying, the craftsmanship reflects a generational skill passed down through families. The result is a textile rich in history, artistry, and timeless beauty. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/admin.shopify.com\/store\/tzt0kh-dg\/pages\/169410527307\" title=\"The story of Kalamkari\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more \u003c\/a\u003eabout the time we spent in India exploring this craft and bringing these pillows to life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pasqual McDermott","offers":[{"title":"Pillow cover only","offer_id":43093279572043,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With feather insert","offer_id":43093279604811,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/3035\/7323\/files\/B6B35210-D71A-4F27-ACC7-07DC029A91BA.png?v=1788187318","url":"https:\/\/pasqualmcdermott.com\/products\/antique-maia-pillow","provider":"Pasqual McDermott","version":"1.0","type":"link"}