Lotus silk scarf Inle

£260.50

Naturally dyed lotus silk scarf from Myanmar.

Unique in Europe. And in the world! This naturally dyed scarf is handwoven by women living in the water villages on Lake Inle in Myanmar. Their specialty is the production of holy lotus silk.

Lotus fibre is made from the golden threads that can be found inside the stem of lotus flowers.

Lotus silk is used to make the robes of Buddhist monks. The lotus flower is considered very special in Buddhism.

The ladies make each robe and each scarf with true dedication. Unique piece by unique piece.

Size: 11.8 x 70.9 inches
Artisan: Artisans from Myanmar, Myanmar
Fibre: Lotus silk
Weight: 4.4 ounces

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Specifications

Softness

Very soft

Suppleness

very supple

Thickness

Thin

Made by Artisans from Myanmar

Myanmar has a strong tradition of weaving. Its many artisans have been long making the most beautiful handwoven silk fabrics and are also well known for their complex handwoven tribal cottons.

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Lotus silk

Lotus silk is a rare and highly exclusive fibre. The silk thread comes from the stem of a lotus flower. Therefore this fibre is 100% animal cruelty-free.

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