Red Bishnupuri Katan Silk Swarnachari Saree | Vaishnavite Zari Motifs | Silk Mark Certified | Tamal Boutique
Additional Services:
- Lycra stretchable petticoat available
- Custom blouse stitching available
- Fall & Picco finishing available
- Worldwide shipping
Care information
Care information
- Cotton Sarees: Normal wash recommended. However, dry cleaning is preferred to maintain fabric quality and longevity.
- Other Fabrics (Muslin, Tussar, Matka, Silk Cotton, Dhakai Jamdani, etc.): Dry clean only to preserve texture, color, and intricate details.
Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
- Generally, orders are despatched within 3 days of receipt.
- For pre-booked orders, a tentative date will be communicated.
- Within India, delivery takes 5-6 days from the date of despatch, while Bengal enjoys a quicker 3-day delivery post-despatch.
- International deliveries are estimated to take around 15 days.
- Easy 7-day returns and exchanges
RETURNS
Return Policy:We accept returns in the event of defects.
Declaration
Declaration
We accept returns in the event of defects. We are a member of Silk Mark India and all our Pure Silk products come with Silk Mark guarantee for authentic pure silk.Tamal is a proud member of Silk Mark India and all of its Pure Silk products come with Silk Mark guarantee for authentic pure silk.Tamal has an EXIM license as well.
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Red Bishnupuri Katan Silk Swarnachari Saree | Vaishnavite Zari Moti...
Description
Description
Some sarees are not merely worn — they are experienced. Tamal Boutique presents this Red Bishnupuri Katan Silk Swarnachari: a heritage masterpiece woven with rare finesse in the handloom clusters of Bishnupur, West Bengal. Draped in a luminous, deep red, this saree carries across its body a constellation of vibrant multicolour figures, while the wide pallu unfolds as a visual narrative — intricate Vaishnavite, Shaivite, and Shakuntala theme motifs rendered in zari and resham with the meticulous patience that only a master weaver can command.
Why This Saree is Extraordinary
- Bishnupuri Katan Silk: Katan silk is a tightly twisted, pure silk yarn woven in Bishnupur — renowned for its strength, weight, and the way it holds intricate woven motifs with unmatched precision.
- Swarnachari Weave: A signature Bishnupuri weaving tradition featuring figurative motifs drawn from Vaishnavite devotional iconography, Shaivite imagery, and classical literary narratives such as Shakuntala.
- Vaishnavite, Shaivite & Shakuntala Motifs: The wide pallu is an embroidered canvas of mythological storytelling — woven in zari (metallic thread) and resham (silk thread) by artisans trained in generations of craft knowledge.
- Vibrant Multicolour Body Figures: The body of the saree features scattered multicolour figurative designs that bring life and movement to the rich red ground.
- Silk Mark Certified: Authenticated by the Silk Mark Organisation of India (Ministry of Textiles) — 100% pure silk, guaranteed.
- Luxuriously Soft & Lightweight: Despite its visual density and heritage weight, the Katan silk drapes with a refined softness that feels as precious as it looks.
- Blouse Piece Included: Matching blouse piece included; customised blouse stitching is available on request.
- From Tamal’s Exclusive Collection: Curated for collectors, connoisseurs, and those who understand that the finest sarees are also the finest investments.
Product Specifications
- Fabric: Bishnupuri Katan Silk (Silk Mark Certified)
- Weave Style: Swarnachari (handloom figurative weave)
- Motif Theme: Vaishnavite, Shaivite & Shakuntala — zari & resham
- Length × Width: 6.5 m × 47"
- Weight: 585 g
- Blouse Piece: Yes — matching blouse piece included
- Colour: Red with multicolour body figures
- Origin: Bishnupur, West Bengal, India
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Swarnachari saree?
Swarnachari is a distinguished category of Bishnupuri Katan silk saree characterised by its figurative, narrative weave — drawing motifs from Vaishnavite devotional art, Shaivite iconography, and classical literary themes like Shakuntala. The name derives from the Bengali tradition of weaving in gold (swarna) thread, though modern Swarnacharis incorporate both zari and resham for richness and contrast. It is among the most prized and collectible of Bengal's handloom traditions.
What is Bishnupuri Katan silk?
Bishnupuri Katan silk is a tightly twisted pure silk yarn woven in the heritage handloom clusters of Bishnupur, Bankura district, West Bengal. Katan silk is known for its strength, natural sheen, and ability to hold intricate woven motifs with exceptional clarity — making it the preferred base for complex figurative weaves like Swarnachari and Baluchari.
What are Vaishnavite and Shaivite motifs?
Vaishnavite motifs draw from the devotional iconography of Lord Vishnu and his avatars — Radha-Krishna, lotus, conch, and celestial figures. Shaivite motifs reference Lord Shiva's iconography. Shakuntala motifs depict scenes from Kalidasa's classical Sanskrit drama. Together, these create a pallu that functions as a visual scripture — each saree a unique narrative tapestry.
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