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Khandua Pata is one of the most popular sarees from Odisha Handloom as it is also offered to be draped around Lord Jagannath of Puri. The pure mulberry silk khandua pata is also popular for being extremely light weight. These sarees have symbols and motifs inspired from our culture and mythology which are weaved on to the sarees using tie & dye Ikkat technique. This is also know as "bandha kala" and Khandua Silks are truly master pieces depicting culture of Odisha since 12th Century. These are available in both Silk and Cotton fabric. The true essence of a Khandua Sarees lies in the border and anchal that tells you stories if you have an eye for detail.
Specification:
Purely handwoven Nabakothi / Nabarangi Khandua Cotton Saree.
This is a saree with 9 *kotharis* (boxes) each housing one auspicious motif associated with our culture...namely kumbha/kalash (pot) , Flower, Butterfly, Elephant, Peacock, Dear, Lion, Bird and Lotus, Shankh (Conch), House....Sometimes only 9 motifs are repeated (not in the same sequence), sometimes there are more motifs distributed in a calculated manner keeping in mind the aesthetics. 9 because, it is a powerful number associated with Navagraha, Naba Kalebara, 9 incarnations, Navaratri, Navami, 9 months of gestation period....
The motifs are arranged in a column and covers the entire body of the saree except for pallu. This is a typical Nuapatna weave and the motifs are made using tie & dye technique Odissa ikkat is known for. Navakothi is also available in sambalpuri bandha (both silk and cotton) with much more elaborative detailing on the motifs.
This particular piece is a Silk Nabakothi Khandua Cotton Saree on a black base with red border, again a combination inspired from Lord Jagannatha's face, who is also referred to as "Jaga Kalia" because of his colour.
Color: Black with Red Border
Length of saree: 5.4 mts (No Blouse Piece)
Width: 1.14 mt
Weight: 400 gms
Wash Care: Dry clean Recommended. Can be handwashed at home carefully with mild detergent.
