Earthy Brown Kotpad Tussar Cotton Saree with Checkered Body & Rust Borders

The Heritage of Koraput: Odisha’s Ancestral Tribal Weave

Step into a living legacy with the Kotpad handloom, the very first textile from Odisha to be honored with the Geographical Indication (GI) status in 2005. Sourced directly from the Mirgan community of Koraput, these sarees are a "race against time" craft, preserving a 3rd-century tradition of organic weaving. This specific variant features a sophisticated checkered body, a geometric modernism that remains deeply rooted in the tribal aesthetic of southern Odisha .

The Alchemy of Natural Dyes: Aal Root and Mineral Iron

The deep, earthy brown and warm rust tones of this saree are achieved through an arduous 30-day natural dyeing process involving zero synthetic chemicals :

• Earthy Brown: Sourced from the bark of the Aal tree (Indian Mulberry) roots, modulated with iron sulfate (harikari) to shift the pigment from red to a rich coffee-brown .

• Warm Rust Borders: Achieved by fermenting Aal root powder with iron rust and jaggery, creating a vibrant terracotta hue that glows against the darker body .

  Every thread is pre-treated for 15 days with castor oil, cow dung, and wood ash, imbuing the fabric with medicinal and skin-friendly properties that offer a natural cooling effect in hot climates .

Fabric & Feel: The Regal Luster of Tussar-Cotton

This variant is a masterclass in texture, combining the organic strength of coarse handspun cotton with the soft, metallic sheen of Tussar silk. The Tussar-cotton blend creates a lightweight yet substantial drape that holds its pleats perfectly. The "unrefined beauty" of the handspun yarn ensures the saree only grows softer and more lustrous over decades of wear, making it a true heirloom piece .

The Artisanal Story: Livelihood in Every Pattern

By choosing this sustainable ethnic wear, you are directly contributing to the socio-economic resilience of tribal weaving clusters. Every purchase of the Vana-Chitra saree provides approximately 28 days of sustainable livelihood for an artisan family in Koraput. Each tribal motif—including the macha (fish) and kachua (turtle)—is hand-lifted into the fabric using the extra-weft technique, requiring no machines, only the weaver’s ancestral skill.

Technical Specs 

Special Care Instructions

Natural botanical dyes are living pigments. To preserve the rich brown and rust hues, we strictly recommend Dry Cleaning only. Do not squeeze or wring the fabric. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain the integrity of the natural organic dyes