Plate 08 · Tussar · Issue 07, p. 38
Maroon Tussar Saree with Zari Stripes
Tussar with woven zari stripes across the pallu.
₹22,500 Includes GST
Maroon Tussar saree with antique zari stripes, border and a zari pallu, ₹22,500. Photographed at dusk, which is when it looks best.
The fabric
- 100% tussar silk, piece dyed
- Tested zari stripes and a 4 in zari border
- Saree 5.5 m, blouse piece 0.8 m, width 44 in
- Weight 610 g
Weave and origin
- Woven in Bishnupur, Bankura, West Bengal
- Loom time: 16 days
- Colour as photographed: Maroon with antique zari. Handloom and natural dyes vary a little from length to length
- Each saree carries the Handloom Mark and a card signed by the weaver
Care
- Dry clean only
- Wrap in mulmul, never plastic
Delivery and returns
- Ships in 3 days from Kolkata, packed flat in a cotton bag
- Free shipping in India above ₹10,000. Below that, ₹150
- Cash on delivery up to ₹20,000
- Returns within 7 days of delivery, unworn with the tag on. We collect from your door
- International orders by email: studio@reshamhouse.in
As seen in Issue 07, page 38
Rain frames
Six photographs from a wet August in Kolkata.
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