Zamdani sari of Bangladesh : masterpieces of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity
Entry/Object ID
NK8876.8.B3.M55
Description
Jamdani is a vividly patterned, sheer cotton fabric, traditionally woven on a handloom by craftspeople and apprentices around Dhaka. Jamdani textiles combine intricacy of design with muted or vibrant colors, and the finished garments are highly breathable. Jamdani is a time-consuming and labor-intensive form of weaving because of the richness of its motifs, which are created directly on the loom using the discontinuous weft technique. Weaving is thriving today due to the fabric's popularity for making saris, the principal dress of Bengali women at home and abroad.The Jamdani sari is a symbol of identity, dignity and self-recognition and provides wearers with a sense of cultural identity and social cohesion.
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clothing and dress--bangladesh, saris, textile design--bangladesh, textile fabrics--bangladesh
