{"product_id":"tamasra","title":"Tamasra — Antique Banarasi Brocade Saree","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTamasra — Antique Banarasi Brocade Saree\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA deep maroon Banarasi brocade saree, handwoven in intricate antique zari work across the body and pallu. The motifs — geometric floral forms and traditional butas — glimmer in aged gold, reflecting the design idioms of a forgotten era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique piece. While the fabric remains strong and wearable, it bears soft signs of age — gentle patina or minute thread shifts — each a quiet testament to its past. Tamasra is not just a saree, but a piece of textile memory. A collector's choice for those who treasure heirlooms that still live.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Craft\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banarasi brocade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique \/ vintage piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep maroon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotifs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Geometric floral forms and traditional butas in aged gold zari across body and pallu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZari:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique gold — naturally aged patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fabric remains strong and wearable; minor signs of age are present and expected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlouse piece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product is handcrafted and vintage. Minor irregularities in weave or zari are natural and a mark of its journey through time — not a defect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat does “antique zari” mean?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAntique zari refers to metallic thread — traditionally gold or silver — that has developed a natural patina over time, giving it a muted, aged lustre rather than a bright shine. In vintage Banarasi textiles, antique zari is considered desirable as it reflects the age and authenticity of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is a buta motif in Banarasi weaving?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA buta (also spelled boota) is a traditional Indian textile motif — typically a stylised floral or leaf form, often teardrop-shaped. In Banarasi weaving, butas are woven into the body of the saree using zari or coloured silk thread and are one of the most enduring motifs in the Banarasi design vocabulary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs an antique saree still wearable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, provided the fabric structure is intact. Tamasra's fabric remains strong and wearable. The signs of age — gentle patina on the zari and minor thread shifts — are surface characteristics of a vintage textile, not structural damage. We recommend dry cleaning and careful handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes Tamasra come with a blouse piece?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, Tamasra does not include a blouse piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow should I care for an antique Banarasi saree?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry clean only by a specialist familiar with vintage textiles. Store folded in a soft muslin cloth away from direct sunlight, moisture and heat. Avoid contact with perfume or deodorant directly on the fabric. Do not iron the zari directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease refer to our \u003ca href=\"\/en-sh\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-sh\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Refund Policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details. As this is a handcrafted antique product, please review carefully before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eColour Disclaimer: Colours may appear slightly different on screen due to photography lighting and display settings. The actual product colour is the most accurate representation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Neem Tres","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52633274909040,"sku":"BBC003","price":17000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3810\/9552\/files\/Tamasra-Antique-Banarasi-Brocade-Saree.webp?v=1788182240","url":"https:\/\/neemtres.com\/en-sh\/products\/tamasra","provider":"Neem Tres","version":"1.0","type":"link"}