Lotus silk scarf Taunggyi

£260.30

Exclusive naturally dyed lotus silk scarf from Myanmar.

The lotus flower has a special meaning in Buddhism. In Myanmar the robes of important Buddhist monks are therefore woven from this animal friendly and highly exclusive fibre.

Women from the Inle Lake region are specialised in the production of lotus silk. They use the golden thread that can be found inside the stem of a lotus flowers to spin lotus yarn.

The women also make their own natural dyestuff to colour the lotus silk.

Weaving a robe or scarf is a very time consuming process. Every piece has been made with attention and dedication. Unique piece by unique piece.

Size: 11.8 x 70.9 inches
Artisan: Artisans from Myanmar, Myanmar
Fibre: Lotus silk
Weight: 4.4 ounces

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Specifications

Softness

Very soft

Suppleness

very supple

Thickness

Thin

Made by Artisans from Myanmar

Myanmar has a strong tradition of weaving. Its many artisans have been long making the most beautiful handwoven silk fabrics and are also well known for their complex handwoven tribal cottons.

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Lotus silk

Lotus silk is a rare and highly exclusive fibre. The silk thread comes from the stem of a lotus flower. Therefore this fibre is 100% animal cruelty-free.

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