
THE BRADFORD DYERS ASSOCIATION LTD.
Lithograph on Board
Circa
1941
Size (cms)
30.1 X 45.9
Artist
Anonymous
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Publisher
The Bradford Dyers Association Ltd. England.
Printer
Not Available
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This poster depicts Lord Ganesha, symbolizing prosperity and the remover of obstacles. Seated on a throne adorned with traditional jewelry, Ganesha holds a lotus flower, a sweet modak, and other symbolic items, with a small mouse, his vahana, positioned near the throne. The slogan "Colors Are Best" and the BDA logo emphasize the brand’s association with high-quality textile dyes. Framed by floral motifs, the text in both English and Hindi underscores the brand’s significance in India’s textile industry during British colonial rule. Established in 1898, BDA was a UK-based cooperative that contributed to textile dyeing expertise and gained recognition in India through advertising and visual branding.
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