Vintage (Used), Spectacular, Glittering woven fine & luxurious rich Magenta Silk blend Brocade (Zari) Wedding Sari Saree Fabric with extensive, heavy & sparkling floral woven design in Gold Zari threadwork, from Varanasi - India, 42in Wide and 5 yards long
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So extensive is the Zari work that the package weight of this Sari is 3.5 lbs!
This is an exceptional vintage piece of workmanship & skill. Extremely elegant & glittery, this fine silk blend rich Magenta sari is worn for weddings or for auspicious & social occasions. Brocade is also known as "KhamKhawb", meaning the "Fabric of Dreams" and Varanasi in Northern India is the hub of heavy gold & silver brocade (Zari) weaving.
This vintage sari has extremely extensive & intricate patterns covering every inch of the fabric with exquisite 5" classical Indian border running along the long edges.
The "pallu" - the decorative end piece which is the ornate part of the sari is adorned with astonishing floral Paisley & petite floral motifs - all beautifully woven to form a lush, rich royal look. Such exquisite saris can be worn as a dress or the fabric can be used to make curtains, drapes, panels, dresses, tapestries, wall hangings and even canopies!
Zari threadwork is done in Gold metallic thread. Zari is handwoven into the base fabric in a process that takes several days!
What sets this sari apart from the others is the extensive & heavy Zari / Brocade work! Handwoven Zari covers every inch of the fabric.
Additional Product Information
Dimensions:
Total Length = Min. 5 yards
Width = 43"
"Pallu" (Ornate part of the Sari) = 26"
Border = 5" along the long edges.
Package Weight: 3.5 lbs, due to extensive Zari work throughout
Care Instructions: Dry Clean ONLY. Zari Weave is extremely intricate & delicate.
Condition: Used & in good condition. Sari has been professionally dry cleaned. No rips. A few minor stains are visible on close inspection. Zari weave may oxidize over years - not an imperfection and adds character to the fabric.
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