It is hard to imagine the humble-looking, dusty green indigofera tinctoria plant would hold deep within its roots such a vast and complex history. Well known as the origins of indigo dye, this tropical plant has tracks that can take us all the way back to ancient Peru and Egypt, the tribes of Africa, India’s early royalty, the Samurai soldiers of Japan and the Qin and Han Dynasties of China. In this new series, we will explore some of the first cultures that harnessed their own indigenous indigo production, delving into the fundamental role this colour came to play in their customs, rituals and traditions, many of which still exist today.

Wow great information

Hoping to learn more about indigo, watching out for the next post.

Indigo
A royalty colour

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The fabric is indeed lovely!