Background
The art of weaving Paithani flourished in 200B.C, during Satvahana era. since then Paithani is coveted in India as a precious heirloom passing on from generation to generation. Exquisite silk from Paithani was exported to many countries and was traded in return for gold and precious stones. Shear dedication and the faith of the weavers has kept alive Paithani silk work for more than 2000 years. Real Paithani is hand woven in pure silk and gold/silver Intricate designs on pallu and border is a specialty of Paithani Sarees. Motifs on pallu are generally peacock, lotus, mango and other designs taken form Ajanta Caves. Traditional creative artistry and painstaking workmanship combine to form this unique cloth. Paithani Sarees can take between 2 months – 1 year to manufacture, depending on border and pallu.
Details –
Number of handlooms – 350
Number of weavers-500
handloom products – paithanı brocade sarees, stoles, scarf, dress materials.
Cluster Accessibility –
Paithani is well connected with Roadways, Railways and Airways.
Roadways – 25 km away from manmad Bus stop
Railways 22 km away from manmad railway station.
Airways – 70 km away from Aurangabad Airport airport.
Reference – http://handlooms.nic.in/User_Panel/UserView.aspx?TypeID=1242
