Chikankari
Kairi Chikankari Sari
“A handwoven Banarasi cutwork sari showcases gold zari borders and pallu (end-piece), adorned with dense floral butis throughout.”
Utilizing the cutwork brocade weaving technique, the sari is distinguished by the cut edges around each motif at the back, where the running threads between motifs are manually cut away.
The use of gold zari as the supplementary weft adds a touch of sophistication and artistry.
The border features floral butis in small meandering compartments, a pattern that is mirrored on the pallu in a larger size, enhancing the overall elegance and intricate detailing of the sari.
Mango or cypress; eternal fertility and life. Identified across the body butis and border of this object.
Open motif entryContinuity; the rhythm of nature. Identified across the creeping borders of this object.
Open motif entryIn cutwork (sometimes called the lattice or jaal jamdani method), the supplementary pattern weft is floated freely across the back of the cloth and then carefully sheared away between motifs once the weaving is done — leaving crisp, isolated figures on a sheer ground. It is the everyday cousin of true jamdani, faster to weave and widely produced in Bengal and Varanasi.