Sericulture in Assam is an ancient industry from the time of origin. Muga production received great patronage from the Ahom dynasty (1228-1826), under whose reign muga culture thrived and became a part of the social and economic life of the Assamese people. Muga silk was recognized as a protected geographical indication (GI) in 2007, and was granted a GI logo for trademark purposes in 2014. The logo has been registered with the Assam Science Technology and Environment Council. The Central Silk Board of India has been granted the authority to inspect muga silk products, certify their authenticity and allow producers to use the Gl logo. This board is also involved in R&D and infrastructure development for Assamese silk, , through the Central MugaEri Research & Training Institute (CMER&TI) in Jorhat, Assam.
Muga silk yarn, the product of the silkworm Antheraeaassamensisendemic to Assam. In the Brahmaputra Valley, the larvae of the Assam silk moth feed on aromatic som (Machilusbombycina) and sualu (Litsaeapolyantha) leaves. Muga silk, due to its low porosity, difficult to be bleached or dyed, and hence retains its natural beautiful golden tint. This silk can be hand-washed with its lustre increasing after every wash.
Weavers used a simple technique to weave the fabric of plain design. To weave this fabric weaver used a fly shuttle frame loom with two head shafts with a drafting order of 1,2,1,2, However to make the warp, the yarn was sized. And during weaving the pirn of weft yarn became damped with water to get better texture per picks per inch.
Source : India Handloom Brand
Last Modified : 9/6/2023
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