Sari
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A sari is a draped cloth and women's garment in the Indian subcontinent. It consists of an un-stitched stretch of woven fabric arranged over the body as a dress, with one end attached to the waist, wh
Maharani Vijaya Raje Scindia of Gwalior dressed in sari, c. 1940
2nd century BCE terracotta figurine in a sari-like drape, Bengal.
Tara depicted in ancient three-piece attire, c. 11th century CE.
Lady enjoying her drink, Deccan, c. 1630 CE. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Clothing in India
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Clothing in India varies with the different ethnicities, geography, climate, and cultural traditions of the people of each region of India. Historically, clothing has evolved from simple garments like
Sari
…may vary from 4.5 to 9 yards (4.1 to 8.2 metres) in length, and 24 to 47 inches (60 to 120 centimetres) in breadth, and is a form of ethnic clothing in India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Pakistan. There are various names and styles of sari manufacture and draping, the most common being the Nivi style…
Statue of "Priest King" wearing a robe, Indus Valley Civilisation
The Didarganj Yakshi depicting the dhoti wrap, c. 300 BC.
The Buddha wearing kāṣāya robes, c. 200 BC.
Relief depicting men in antriya and uttariya, first century AD.