Sitalpati literally means 'cool mat' — woven from the murta reed into a surface so smooth and breathable it feels chilled to the touch, ideal for India's heat. The finest are silk-soft and foldable.
- Region of origin:
- West Bengal
- GI registration:
- Sitalpati of Cooch Behar
- Materials:
- mutha cane (murta/patidoi)
- Techniques:
- fine splitting & smooth weaving
- HS code (customs):
- 4601
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About Sitalpati
Sitalpati literally means 'cool mat' — woven from the murta reed into a surface so smooth and breathable it feels chilled to the touch, ideal for India's heat. The finest are silk-soft and foldable.
- Region of origin
- West Bengal
- GI registration
- Sitalpati of Cooch Behar
- Materials
- mutha cane (murta/patidoi)
- Techniques
- fine splitting & smooth weaving
- HS code (customs)
- 4601
How it’s made
fine splitting & smooth weaving
The makers
Crafted by Patni weavers of West Bengal.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Sitalpati is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Sitalpati of Cooch Behar”. 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.
Buying Sitalpati — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Sitalpati pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Sitalpati piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Sitalpati authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Sitalpati is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Sitalpati of Cooch Behar”). Every order ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and a QR code to verify its maker, region and GI status.
- What does an authentic Sitalpati piece cost?
- Handmade Sitalpati typically ranges from ₹400 to ₹12,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Sitalpati piece?
- Keep Sitalpati out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.
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GI-certified authenticity
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Every piece carries its maker, region & origin