The history of Paithani Sarees is traced back to the Satvahana Dynasty of the 2nd Century BC. At that time, the saree was made of pure gold wire with cotton and silk. 2000 years ago, the Greco- Romans were very fond of Paithani sarees and they exchanged it for gold. It was worn only by the royals.
Tag: Indian Textiles
Have you noticed how Ajrakh handblock printed fabrics catch our attention the moment we lay our eyes on them. A staple favorite among Indian ethnic wear connoisseurs, this intricate art of color and complex geometrical design dates back to the ancient Indus Valley Civilization.