Shakuntala

We have named this saree Shakuntala.

This exquisite Bishnupuri Katan Silk saree showcases a mesmerising hand-painted depiction of Shakuntala. The artwork beautifully blends the intricate Rajasthani painting style with Bengal’s traditional Patachitra, creating a masterpiece of cultural fusion. Crafted from pure silk, it exudes elegance and artistry, making it a timeless treasure for connoisseurs of heritage fashion. Shakuntala, a central figure in Kalidasa’s Sanskrit play “Abhijnanashakuntalam”, is a story of her romance with King Dushyanta. The tale is a timeless Indian literary heritage.

This is a part of our Chitralekha series – Pure Silk Mark Certified Hand-Painted (Patachitra motif) Raghunathpur Tussar sarees. These sarees are unique pieces with each motif meticulously chosen by our master painters in collabortion with our art directors and then painted over 10-45 days. Each saree is a collector’s item as only one will ever be made.

The hand-painting is done using traditional patachitra painting style. These designs are a reminder of Bengal’s rich cultural heritage. Each saree takes around 10-45 days to paint using age-old hand-painting styles passed on from one generation to the next.