The Story of a Paithani

The Paithani, a pure silk saree with a zari of gold and silver traces its origin to the brocades of the Yadavas which were sourced from Paithan in Maharashtra.The Paithani saree is a much treasured heirloom of any Maharashtrian lady.Today, the Paithani is a dying art form due to its high price, exclusivity and the market is flooded with powerloom copies. This video showcase the entire process of weaving the Paithani, from preparing the silk to the finished product.
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