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THE BRADFORD DYERS ASSOCIATION LTD.

Lithograph on Board

Circa

1920

Size (cms)

38 X 50.5

Artist

P.Das

P. Das was an Indian poster and lithograph artist from the Bengal Presidency. He was associated with painting posters for the Bradford Dyers Association Limited, a British dye company, from the 1920s to 1950s. He contributed his efforts by creating visually compelling posters to showcase the company’s products.

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Publisher

The Bradford Dyers Association Ltd. England.

Printer

Printed in England.

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The poster by P. Das depicts a royal court scene with several figures. A king and queen are seated on a throne, attended by others. One figure presents a red cloth, possibly a textile sample, to the court. The scene is rich in detail, featuring ornate architectural elements and traditional Indian attire. The B.D.A. is prominently displayed within the artwork. The Bradford Dyers' Association (BDA), founded in 1898 in the UK, was a cooperative of textile dyeing firms focused on processing textiles on a commission basis. During British colonial rule in India, the BDA established its presence by promoting its textile dyeing expertise through various advertisements, including visual trademarks.



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