Craft Display

Surat Zari Craft

Download

Surat Zari is a decorative material made from silk, cotton, and metals like gold, silver, or copper, commonly used in textiles and handicrafts in India. Originating in Surat, Gujarat, it is traditionally woven or embroidered onto fabrics. The craft has evolved, with lower-cost metals like copper now used for what is known as real metallic zari, and plastic substitutes for gold referred to as imitated zari. Surat also produces other embroidery materials such as Salma (Kora), Chalak, Sadi (Dabka), and Kangri.

Subscribe to Our Latest Updates!

You have successfully subscribed to the newsletter

There was an error while trying to send your request. Please try again.

RIPA will use the information you provide on this form to be in touch with you and to provide updates and marketing.