Jamdani is a fine hand woven cotton cloth made in Bangladesh and sold in the historical corner of Baily Road, Dhaka. Cotton is a soft staple Fibre that grows around the seeds of the cotton plant ( Gossypium sp A textile is a flexible material comprised of a network of natural or artificial Fibres often referred to as thread or Yarn. ( Bengali: বাংলাদেশ inc-Latn Bangladesh) officially Though mostly used for saris, Jamdani is also used for scarves and handkerchiefs. for the town in Nepal see Sari Nepal A sari or saree or shari is a female garment in the Indian subcontinent Uses and types In cold climates a thick Knitted scarf often of Wool, is tied around the Neck to keep warm A handkerchief (also called handkercher or hanky) is a form of a Kerchief, typically a square of fabric that can be carried in the Pocket Jamdani is believed to be a fusion of the ancient cloth-making techniques of Bengal (perhaps 2,000 years old) with the muslins produced by Bengali Muslims since the 14th century. Etymology and ethnology The exact origin of the word Bangla or Bengal is unknown though it is believed to be derived from the Dravidian-speaking tribe Bang Muslin is a type of finely-woven Cotton fabric, introduced to Europe from the Middle East in the 17th century A Muslim (مسلم pronounced Muslim, not Muzlim) is an adherent of the Religion Jamdani is the most expensive product of Dhaka looms since it requires the most lengthy and dedicated labor of the highest quality.
Jamdani patterns are mostly of geometric, plants, and floral designs and are said to originate due to Persian and Mughal fusion thousands of years ago. Due to the exquisite pain-staking methodology required, only aristocrats and royal families were able to afford such luxuries.
Jamdani, one of the oldest forms of cottage industry in Bangladesh, was once was a dying trade. It was successfully revived due to the pioneering work of entrepreneurs such as Monira Emdad. Tangail Saree Kutir along with other sari stores on Baily Road, strive to support the thousands of weavers of Bangladesh who have struggled to keep this age old tradition and fashion alive.
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