Varanasi Handloom
Deep Aubergine Katan Silk Saree with Hand-Woven Silver Meenakari Butas and Ornate Paisley Pallu
₹23,800
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This opulent drape is crafted from high-twist Pure Katan Silk, offering a substantial yet fluid fall with a majestic natural sheen. The deep purple body is punctuated by intricate silver zari butis, highlighted with delicate Saffron and Emerald Meenakari centers. The ensemble is elevated by a heavy silver zari pallu featuring a dense, interlocking paisley and foliage jaal, framed by a striking 'Temple' sawtooth border. This piece is accompanied by a rich maroon contrast blouse piece with self-weave patterns, bridging the traditional craftsmanship of local karkhanas with a sharp, royal aesthetic.
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The Weaver's Story
Wrapped in the mysterious depth of a moonlit night, this Midnight Aubergine Katan Silk is an ode to the quiet brilliance of Banaras at dusk. The silver butis flicker like distant stars across a silken firmament, each one hand-tucked by artisans who breathe life into ancient looms. With vows to sustainable fashion, this pure silk handloom product from Banaras is a masterpiece involving 525 hours of brilliance & sheer endeavor of our creative artisans. We proudly pledge to cease child labor, ensuring that the regality of your drape is matched by the integrity of its origin.
Technical Specifications
zariPremium Tested Silver Zari; durable metallic wire with a flexible silk core for a soft drape and non-tarnishing brilliance over time.
weaveHandloom Kadhwa with Meenakari Accents.
borderTemple Sawtooth Silver Border; geometric motifs leading into a heavy-work paisley jaal pallu with intricate Meenakari detailing.
fabricPure 2-ply Katan Silk; high-density warp sourced from local Varanasi filatures for a rich, structured silhouette and organic luster.
originHandmade in a traditional local weaver's karkhana (workshop), Varanasi, India.
weight880 grams; signifying the purity of the high-twist silk and the density of the hand-woven zari jaal.
techniqueThis Splendid Masterpiece is made of the finest KADHUA technique. KADHUA WEAVE is the most laborious, ponderous Artistic tradition of Banaras, involving over 525 hours of manual brilliance & sheer endeavor.
SKU Referencesr019