Are VedikCraft's Paithani pieces hand-painted or prints?

Every Paithani piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.

Is this Paithani authentic and GI-certified?

Yes. Paithani is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Paithani Sarees and 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 Paithani piece cost?

Handmade Paithani typically ranges from ₹6,000 to ₹3,50,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.

How do I care for a Paithani piece?

Keep Paithani 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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The Paithani, Maharashtra's wedding silk, is woven with a hand-tapestry technique that creates its famous peacock, lotus and parrot 'pallu' in pure zari. Reversible and seamless, it has been treasured since the Satavahana era.

Region of origin: Maharashtra
GI registration: Paithani Sarees and Fabrics
Materials: silk; zari
Techniques: tapestry weave; interlocked pallu
HS code (customs): 5007

How it’s made

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The makers

Crafted by Paithan/Yeola weavers of Maharashtra.

Why “GI-tagged” matters

Paithani is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Paithani Sarees and 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 Paithani — questions, answered

Are VedikCraft's Paithani pieces hand-painted or prints?: Every Paithani piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
Is this Paithani authentic and GI-certified?: Yes. Paithani is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Paithani Sarees and 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 Paithani piece cost?: Handmade Paithani typically ranges from ₹6,000 to ₹3,50,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
How do I care for a Paithani piece?: Keep Paithani 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