Block Printing was practiced in places like Kukshi, Dharampuri and Thikri (Dhar district) by a group of Hindu and Mohammedan printers and dyers; the Chippas (printers) and the Nilgars (dyers). They catered to the clothing needs of the ‘Adivasis’ (native tribes). The patterns were mostly raw and coarse cotton was used.
However, the printers and dyers, in their never-ending quest for ideal conditions to hone their craft kept wandering and a group is believed to have settled in the villages of Tarapur and Umedpura of Madhya Pradesh. These two villages are on two side of river Gambhiri. The mineral content of the river water in this region brought out the required richness in the colors.
The craft is believed to have existed for over two hundred years here and grown to attain characteristic forms, which made it exclusive to the region.This gradual process is time consuming & Climate Dependent. The longer the wait, the more vivid the final print turns out. Thus, the wait time is long for beautiful eye-catching patterns on Tarapur sarees.
Project rangamaati is working with few Award Winning Master Craftsman to revive this declining art and increase awareness about Natural Dyes and Wooden Block Printing by Hand to present to you timeless Master Pieces.Our HandBlock Printed silk Saree are exquisite work of art and emerges with its Unique Natural look,no additional chemical Dyes are applied on the same to enhance its look & Feel ,rather the deep rooted Ethnic & Contemporary Original look is retained .
Specifications :
Fabric : Pure Muslin Cotton [Chemical Free ]
Shrinkage : 0%. Transparency : 0%.
Shades & Color :Indigo Blue / Madder Red [ Natural Vegetable Based Organic Dye ]
Blouse Piece : Included [ Last Image as provided ]
Specialty:
* HandBlock Printed using Natural Vegetable based Dyes and could be worn over Years .
* Authentic Ethnic Ancient Designs infused with modern taste & Preferenaces. * Made by Veteran Artisans belonging to Tribes from Tarapur,Madhya Pradesh.
Fabric Care : Dry Clean Only. Iron On Reverse. Do Not Bleach or Expose this Saree to excessive Heat And Sunlight . Do not Directly Spray,Deodarants or Fragrance on the Saree.
Additional Information:This Limited Edition Cotton Saree is handblock printed using Organic Vegetable dye.The print might have slight irregularities in the motif & colours which results from the human involvement in the process & is a hallmark of handcrafted products and adds to its Aesthetic Value
Shipping Information :100% original products. Dispatched within 2-4 business days. This item is not eligible for Return or cash on delivery (COD).