Black White & Yellow Taxi Victoria Handcrafted Pure Batik Silk Saree

Presenting a truly unique and deeply evocative Black, White & Yellow Taxi & Victoria Handcrafted Pure Batik Silk Saree — a wearable love letter to Kolkata, where the iconic imagery of the city's legendary yellow Ambassador taxi and vintage Victoria horse-drawn carriage are immortalised in the ancient art of wax batik on pure silk, Silk Mark certified.

This saree is not merely a garment — it is a cultural statement. The yellow Ambassador taxi has been a defining symbol of Kolkata's streets for decades — beloved, irreverent, and instantly recognisable. The Victoria carriage — the elegant horse-drawn carriages that have graced Kolkata's Victoria Memorial and Maidan since the colonial era — represents a quieter, more nostalgic face of the city. Together, rendered in the dramatic black and white palette with the pop of yellow, they create a composition of wit, nostalgia, and urban poetry.

Wax Batik is one of India's oldest and most celebrated textile art forms. Molten wax is applied by hand to the fabric to resist dye — a multi-step, entirely handcrafted process of waxing, dyeing, and dewaxing that creates richly detailed, one-of-a-kind imagery. The characteristic fine crackle lines where dye seeps through tiny cracks in the wax are a beloved hallmark of authentic batik — each piece is uniquely its own.

Crafted from pure 3-ply silk — soft, naturally lustrous, and feather-light at just 360g — this saree drapes beautifully and wears with effortless elegance. A blouse piece (included in the 6.5m length) completes the look.

✨ Singular, witty, and deeply Kolkata — perfect for cultural events, literary festivals, Durga Puja, and any occasion that calls for a saree with a story.

Product Details

• Fabric: Pure Silk — 3-Ply (Silk Mark Certified)
• Colour: Black & White with Yellow
• Art Form: Handcrafted Wax Batik
• Theme: Kolkata Iconic Imagery — Yellow Taxi & Victoria Carriage
• Weaving Cluster: Bengal
• Length & Width: 6.5 meters (including 1m blouse piece) x 47 inches
• Weight: 360g (Feather-Lightweight)
• Blouse Piece: Included (within 6.5m length)
• Certification: Silk Mark Certified
• Origin: West Bengal, India
• Occasion: Cultural Events, Literary Festivals, Durga Puja, Festive Celebrations, Gifting
• Care: Dry clean recommended to preserve the wax batik artwork and pure silk fabric

Frequently Asked Questions

What is wax batik?
Wax batik is an ancient textile art form where molten wax is applied by hand to fabric to resist dye — a multi-step process of waxing, dyeing, and dewaxing that creates richly detailed, one-of-a-kind images. The characteristic fine crackle lines, where dye seeps into tiny cracks in the wax, are a beloved hallmark of authentic batik artistry. No two pieces are ever identical.

What is the significance of the Yellow Taxi and Victoria motifs?
The yellow Ambassador taxi and the Victoria horse-drawn carriage are two of Kolkata's most iconic and beloved symbols. The yellow taxi has defined the city's streets for decades; the Victoria carriage evokes the elegant, colonial-era character of the city's Maidan and parks. Together they represent the layered, literary, and deeply human spirit of Kolkata.

What is 3-ply silk?
3-ply silk refers to silk fabric woven from yarn twisted from three fibres together — giving the fabric additional weight, structure, and a characteristic natural lustre while remaining soft and breathable. It is well suited to batik artistry as it absorbs dye with exceptional richness and depth.

Is the imagery printed or handcrafted?
Entirely handcrafted through the wax batik process. There is no digital printing or screen printing involved — each piece is a singular, handmade work of art.

Is a blouse piece included?
Yes. The blouse piece is included within the 6.5m saree length.