Beautifully all over patterned Jacquard handloom product from our looms in Assam , India.
It has natural coloured Eri Silk as the warp and weft and the filling yarns are all in Muga Ghicha silk . It has all over pattern on the body and very traditional motifs on the two ends of the shawl .
Eri silk is procured from the caterpillar Samia Cynthia Ricini and is found in the north eastern state of Assam and nearby region.
Muga ghicha silk is made from the cocoon wastes of the muga silk cocoon . Muga Ghicha silk will not have the lustrous golden sheen of the reeled muga silk and also is lesser priced than the reeled silk. It has a rougher and dry texture . Very unique texture .. These shawls have gone through the process of calendaring to smoothen the texture .
Both Muga silk and Eri silk are indigenous to the region of NE in India . Muga silk moth in particular is only found in the state of Assam , India
Eri Silk inherently does not have any bright sheen as it is always spun silk . It always has a very subtle sheen . It looks and drapes like cotton but has all the inherent silk properties.
Eri Silk is easier to take care of than other more delicate silks like Mulberry Silks. If properly taken care of and stored in cool and dry place , It will last a lifetime.
The production of Eri Silk yarns and Muga silk yarns are still majorly an indigenous activity of the tribal people of the region and the dyeing / weaving activities are mostly village activities that employs a large no of women from the villages.
Eri Silk also has anti fungal properties , hence ideal for anyone who has skin allergies.
Please note that there could be slight imperfections as these are handloom products.
The shawl is soft and has a beautiful drape .
Suitable only for mild winters or indoor settings in heavy winter regions.
The actual product colour may differ slightly from the image due to photography issues.
Length - 225 CM Appx
Width - 85 CM Appx
Wash Care - Can hand wash . Wash separately . Use mild shampoo or neutral detergent to wash . Do not wring . Shade dry .
Shipping - 3-5 Business Days
