The Charulata Sari
Silk with Kantha Embroidery
.Wonderful silk saris from Kanchipuram were embroidered all over with kantha, the stitch painting of Bengal. The synergy between the fabric and the embroidery proved ecstasy can be produced.
Each piece is an heirloom that can be passed down from generation to generation--it represents the best of Bengal's and Chennai's craftsmanship.
- Fabric: Silk
- Made in India
- Hand embroidered by our female artisans in Shantiniketan.
- A PIA exclusive product. Each one is one of a kind, never to be replicated again.
About the Embroidery -
Kantha is known as the “running stitch of Bengal.“ Its origins trace back centuries to the pre-Vedic Times (1500 BCE). The story of Kantha begins with thrifty women in rural Bengali households, salvaging old sarees and holding them together in layers with a simple running stitch. Primarily used as baby quilts, these blankies became a focal point for women gathering in groups to practice their art. They poured their creative energies into it, singing their folk songs and often incorporating their life motifs into their work. From the world of baby quilts, the Kantha stitch soon started running through sarees, jackets, shawls, scarves, and myriad household objects. However, the women still made meagre earnings that were barely enough to feed their families.
Pia grew up in Bengal, close to where these artisans live and work. Pia Ka Ghar was founded to tell the story of these subalterns, the female artisans, and to give them better opportunities.
Kantha has come a long way from the days of recycling to one of the most sophisticated forms of embroidery in the world (sold at the Louvre in Paris) while maintaining traditional and indigenous integrity. You can help us support these women in their endeavor to join the ranks of empowered women. In doing so, you empower yourself to make someone's next day a little bit better.
Delivery and Returns
USPS Priority Mail 2-3 Day Shipping is $15. If the product can't fit into a priority mail medium flat rate, then additional charges will apply as shipping charges will be based on the weight of the package.
Free Shipping on orders over $100
International Shipping starting at $55. Typically delivery will take 6-10 business days. There are faster options we can use. Please contact us at pia@piakaghar.com if you need expedited delivery. Additional charges will apply.
Note:*
1. Pia Ka Ghar is not responsible for customs, duties or tax fees incurred on delivery.
2. Due to the handwoven nature of our products, there may be marks, etc.. on the products. These are not defects. This is normal in hand made products and the identifying characteristic of something made by hand.
3. Goods once sold will not be taken back.
4. Delivery timelines are approximations and timely delivery is depending on the courier service.
5. If you have an urgent deadline, you need to let us know via at least two methods of communication: 1. email 2. text 3. notes in web order.
6. We do not cover alterations.
Disclaimer
The colour of the product may vary slightly from how it appears here. This may be due to different display settings on various devices and also because of any lighting filters or special effects used during the shoot.
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