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Karnataka Genealogy - Molakalmuru sarees

The molakalmuru saree is a well-known town for the production of a specific fabric called  Molakalmuru Saree,  Located in the district of chitradurga on the border of Karnataka. The saree is inspired by natural motifs produced in silk special Patronage was received during period of Nalvadi Krishna Rajendra wodeyor prince of mysore. Recently Molakalmuru sarees have received the geographical identification tag(GI). History  Quite a few decades back or to be more accurate in the 19th century  a story that leads to the creation of this saree. The community of Swakulasali, belongs to sourashtra populace, from the Maharashtra state and from Andhra Pradesh, the community of paclmashali is What leads to commencement of this wonderful sarees. Style and variety  The most famous variety of this Molakalmuru saree is the temple motifs in the sarees. The saree border is interlocked in such a way that it creates the temple design.  The...

Neat Embroidery from the land of Tehzeeb - Chickankari

We can find chickankari in the land of tehzeed. In the literal sense, chickan means embroidery.  One of the ancient styles of Lucknow. The main essence of the garment is simple, Classy, and comfortable feel. Motifs are added to make the garment look rich. The fabric nonetheless remains affordable and simple. Origin The reference of the art have found in the 3rd century BC with megasthenes mentioning the use of flowered muslin by the Indians.  Chicken embroidery is a delicate embroidery style that is known to reintroduced by the Mughal emperor jahangir’s wife nurjahan. Started as white on white embroidery from back in the days, the favored fabric was muslin as it is good in warm weather. After the downfall of Mughal, the chickankari artist spread around India. But Lucknow is the hub of the chickan work. Style  The woman who chose to exhibit taste Which comes inevitable with the complication of the stitches and pattern of chickan work. ...