Dharmavaram handloom pattu sarees and paavadas are textiles woven by hand with mulberry silk and zari.[1] They are made in Dharmavaram of Anantapur district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It was registered as one of the geographical indication from Andhra Pradesh by Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.[2][3][4]
Dharmavaram Silk Sarees | |
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Geographical indication | |
Type | Textile |
Area | Dharmavaram, Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh |
Country | India |
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Kriya Shakthi Vodavaru Swamy named Dharmavaram after the name of his mother, Dharmambai in the year 1153–54 AD. By 19th century, silk handloom industry emerged as the main occupation. Paintings on the roof wall of Lepakshi temple and Latha Mandapam depicts the designs of Dharmavaram saris.[5]
The production of the Dharmavaram saris and Paavadas includes different stages which includes:[5]
Pre-loom process
The saris are worn in winter or cold conditions, for functions, and are mostly used by dancers of Bharath Natyam and Kuchipudi.[5]
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