Sakuntala and Deer Pattachitra Tussar Silk Saree ladies This is a pasapali pattern

This is a pasapali pattern within white and red squares design placed spaciously all over the fabric

This rich sambalpuri cotton saree having Elephant  in the body is a beautiful masterpiece

are made by the humble looms of Sri Neelakantha

reflected in their occupations and craftsmanship

Sakuntala and Deer Pattachitra Tussar Silk Saree ladies This is a pasapali patternPatta chitra means painting on cloth patta. It has flourished in Odisha since earlier than 15th century. Earth, stone, and mineral colours are used for painting on patta or specialised canvas medium prepared organically for painting such as: vermillion red hingula (cinnabar); brick red geru (red ochre); yellow hartala (orpiment); white sankh (conch shell); black lamp black; gum resin kaintha plant etc. For Sarees stoles dupattas fabric : Fabric colour