Patan Patola is among the world's most complex weaves — a true double ikat where both warp and weft are resist-dyed to align into a flawless reversible pattern. A single sari can take months, made by only a handful of Salvi families.
- Region of origin:
- Gujarat
- GI registration:
- Patan Patola
- Materials:
- silk; natural-dye
- Techniques:
- double-ikat resist dyeing
- HS code (customs):
- 5007
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About Patan Patola
Patan Patola is among the world's most complex weaves — a true double ikat where both warp and weft are resist-dyed to align into a flawless reversible pattern. A single sari can take months, made by only a handful of Salvi families.
- Region of origin
- Gujarat
- GI registration
- Patan Patola
- Materials
- silk; natural-dye
- Techniques
- double-ikat resist dyeing
- HS code (customs)
- 5007
How it’s made
double-ikat resist dyeing
The makers
Crafted by Salvi weaver family of Gujarat.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Patan Patola is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Patan Patola”. 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 Patan Patola — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Patan Patola pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Patan Patola piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Patan Patola authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Patan Patola is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Patan Patola”). 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 Patan Patola piece cost?
- Handmade Patan Patola typically ranges from ₹80,000 to ₹10,00,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Patan Patola piece?
- Keep Patan Patola 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