Showcasing Of Tribal Art Through The Chattisgarh Silk Saree

2024-11-07 09:20:39 Lifestyle

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Chattisgarh Silk Sarees have unique appeal in the colourful block batik and dabu prints on the silken fabrics, accentuated by extraordinary patterns and delicate handwork, that sets this tribal art apart.

Chattisgarh is in the central part of India. Chattisgarh weaves are from the tribal belt of Bastar where sarees of kosa or tussar silk, pure cotton or linen are made.

Tussar Silk, also known as ?Kosa? Silk, is made from silk obtained from several species of caterpillars of the moth genus Antheraea. It is also known as ?wild silk?, a name given because the silkworms breed on trees unlike mulberry such as Sal and Arjun found in the forests of Jharkhand. The raw silk has a deep golden colour and is of good texture.

Chattisgarh Sarees are famous for the special use of the printing techniques of block batik and dabu. The organic dyes which are used, show up as vibrant color combinations on these saris. Tribal prints of trees, human figures, flowers, animals are popular motifs on the Chattisgarh handloom sarees.

Ari embroidery, jaali or net embroidery in geometric or floral design is an attractive feature in Chattisgarh sarees.

Tribals in Chattisgarh, for whom sericulture accounts as a major source of livelihood, are skilled weavers of hand-woven Tussar Silk Sarees. Hand spun and coloured with vegetable dyes, the fabrics that they produce are eco-friendly.

Left over silk from woven fabrics, is used to create designs on the main fabric and is a by-product of the need for variation in the weaves. A time-consuming arduous process, it has spawned a new breed of specialists in this subsidiary art, who have completely devoted themselves to this aspect in the making of the saree.

The woven Tussar Silk Saree has a coarse texture, is light on the body, airy and feels comfortable. However as a delicate fabric, it requires a little care and attention, with dry cleaning mostly recommended for the saree.

Innovative experiments have created attractive combinations and pleasing styles in a scintillating fusion of traditional and trendy. Picture some of these.

A variety of the Chattisgarh Silk Sari has Tussar silk or Dupion silk as the base fabric, with block, batik, or gold prints impressed upon them.

Designer sarees have embroidered patterns such as chikan, gota, saadi, kohra etc. on the borders and pallu.

Applique floral prints on the body of the fabric, embroidery patch work border, in contrasting colours are other novel themes.
They are stylish, appealing, and of course, refreshing.

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