This vibrant ceremonial sari exemplifies the Rabari embroidery tradition of Gujarat. Worked on a lustrous silk ground, the field is covered in hand-embroidered satin-stitch dots in jewel tones of magenta, saffron, and ivory, echoing the region’s famed bandhani aesthetic. The richly decorated end panel features dense floral and geometric embroidery in silk floss threads, highlighted with mirror insets, symbolic of protection and celebration within Rabari culture. Such pieces were created as dowry or ceremonial textiles, treasured for their brilliant color and dazzling embroidery. The combination of a full sari length with both field and border ornament makes this an unusually complete and striking survival.
In good condition, some staining and fabric worn to threadbare in some areas consistent with age and ceremonial use
Size: 3'1 x 16'6" [94cm x 503cm]
Age: Midcentury
Country of Origin: Kutch, Gujarat, India
Type of Textile: Embroidery
Material: Silk floss satin stitch embroidery on Silk
Pile Height: Flatweave
Condition: Very Good
TX595
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