Harikrishan is a skilled artisan with over 25 years of experience, carrying forward a craft practiced by his father and grandfather. His work reflects a strong family legacy and dedication to preserving traditional craftsmanship.
Harikrishan is a skilled artisan with over 25 years of experience in his craft. The tradition has been passed down through three generations, with his father and grandfather also practicing the same craft. His continued involvement reflects a strong family legacy and commitment to preserving traditional craftsmanship through generations.
Kanchipuram silk saris are handwoven using pure mulberry silk and zari on fly-shuttle pit looms. Silk yarn is treated with rice water and sun-dried before weaving. Three-ply yarn and zari create intricate patterns, while the traditional Korvai technique interlocks separately woven body, border, and pallu sections with precision.
Kanchipuram is a major silk-weaving cluster in Tamil Nadu, with over 5,000 families involved in sari production. The cluster includes skilled communities such as the Padma Saliyar and Pattu Saliyar, along with artisans engaged in weaving, warping, spinning, twisting, and dyeing, supporting the region's longstanding silk textile tradition.
Kanchipuram silk saris are renowned for their rich colours, lustrous pure mulberry silk, intricate zari work, and distinctive contrast borders. Traditionally worn during weddings and important occasions, these handwoven saris feature elaborate motifs and finely crafted pallus. Their quality, and zari work contribute to their distinctive identity and cultural significance.
The tradition of Kanchipuram silk weaving has an ancient heritage rooted in South Indian culture. According to Hindu mythology, Kanchi silk weavers are descendants of Sage Markanda, believed to be the master weaver of the Gods. Over generations, the craft became closely associated with weddings, temples, and the cultural identity of Kanchipuram.
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