Paithani
GI TaggedThe Paithani, Maharashtra's wedding silk, is woven with a hand-tapestry technique that creates its famous peacock, lotus and parrot 'pallu' in pure zari. Reversible and seamless, it has been treasured since the Satavahana era.
- Region of origin:
- Maharashtra
- GI registration:
- Paithani Sarees and Fabrics
- Materials:
- silk; zari
- Techniques:
- tapestry weave; interlocked pallu
- HS code (customs):
- 5007
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About Paithani
The Paithani, Maharashtra's wedding silk, is woven with a hand-tapestry technique that creates its famous peacock, lotus and parrot 'pallu' in pure zari. Reversible and seamless, it has been treasured since the Satavahana era.
- Region of origin
- Maharashtra
- GI registration
- Paithani Sarees and Fabrics
- Materials
- silk; zari
- Techniques
- tapestry weave; interlocked pallu
- HS code (customs)
- 5007
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Paithan/Yeola weavers of Maharashtra.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Paithani is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Paithani Sarees and Fabrics”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin