The origins of ikat, are believed to be in the Malay-Indonesian word for “tie.” Like many ancient crafts, the tie-and-dye technique has a chequered origin story.
What makes Dharmavaram saree so special and unique is its iconic double shade body attached to a broad border.
A now threatened weaving tradition that crossed borders to gain a new essence is being nurtured in a weaver’s town in coastal Andhra Pradesh.