Maheshwari weaving was commissioned in the 18th century by the Holkar queen Ahilyabai on the banks of the Narmada. Light, reversible-bordered and patterned after fort walls and river ripples, it remains a graceful everyday silk-cotton.
- Region of origin:
- Madhya Pradesh
- GI registration:
- Maheshwar Sarees & Fabrics
- Materials:
- silk-cotton
- Techniques:
- reversible border; striped/checked weaving
- HS code (customs):
- 5007
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About Maheshwari
Maheshwari weaving was commissioned in the 18th century by the Holkar queen Ahilyabai on the banks of the Narmada. Light, reversible-bordered and patterned after fort walls and river ripples, it remains a graceful everyday silk-cotton.
- Region of origin
- Madhya Pradesh
- GI registration
- Maheshwar Sarees & Fabrics
- Materials
- silk-cotton
- Techniques
- reversible border; striped/checked weaving
- HS code (customs)
- 5007
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Maheshwar weavers (Rehwa) of Madhya Pradesh.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Maheshwari is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Maheshwar Sarees & 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.
Buying Maheshwari — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Maheshwari pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Maheshwari piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Maheshwari authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Maheshwari is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Maheshwar Sarees & Fabrics”). 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 Maheshwari piece cost?
- Handmade Maheshwari typically ranges from ₹1,800 to ₹40,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Maheshwari piece?
- Keep Maheshwari 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.
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