Abstract
The Patang is considered the most advanced kind of
kites when it comes to expert opinion. The professional kite
players consider the Patang as a hallmark of expertise in kite
flying. Given this importance, the Patang is prepared with
exquisite surface design patterns and color schemes that refer
to a thriving tradition of the Subcontinent. The design patterns
range from basic to complex combinations with use of symbols
and motifs and the reflect in the titles of Patangs. Moreover,
the surface design patterns and their taxonomy are expressive
of the Muslim and Hindu culture and show strong cultural
influences. This study describes various surface design patterns
used in the Patangs in terms of their intricacies and calculations.
Amjad Parvez. (2018) The Taxonomy of Traditional Surface Design Patterns in Patang, Bazyaft, Volume 32 , Issue1 .
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