Bagru Statements : Hand Block Printed Modal Silk Saree - Maru Kasturi. Tiny ivory butis scatter rhythmically across a deep kasturi-brown ground, creating a quiet field of traditional desert-inspired motifs. Bagru Block Print on Modal Silk brings together the earthy heritage of Rajasthan’s printing traditions with the graceful fluidity of contemporary textiles. Originating from the historic town of Bagru near Jaipur, this craft is shaped by generations of Chhipa artisans who print fabric using hand-carved wooden blocks and natural or pigment dyes. Each motif is stamped rhythmically onto the cloth, building layered compositions of butis, florals and borders that reflect the visual vocabulary of desert landscapes and traditional Bagru design. When rendered on modal silk, the craft takes on a new softness — the fabric’s smooth, lustrous drape allowing the prints to appear both crisp and fluid. The result is a saree that carries centuries of printing knowledge while feeling light, graceful and versatile for modern wear. Today, a Bagru printed modal silk saree also becomes a thoughtful gesture of gifting — where heritage, craft and colour are shared with meaning.