Temple Sari
Description
This rich brocade sari with a wide border is a variation of a Kornad (situated in Tamil Nadu) sari. It is popularly known as temple sari. Technically any sari woven for and offered to a temple deity is known as a temple sari. This rich brocade sari has a heavy pallu having thirteen bands embellished with floral designs and animal motifs like tigers, deers and peacocks. The ground has floral butis. Temple saris are also worn at the time of weddings and special occasions.
Gift of Dr Kalpana Desai
Collection
Textiles and Costumes of India
Object Type
Sari
Material
Silk with brocade
Schools/Culture/Period
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Technique
Brocade
Date
late 19th century CE
Location
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Dimension
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