Crystal Teal & Red Madur Grass Table Mat

From Midnapore, in rural West Bengal, artisans harvest madur grass from the region's wetlands and weave it by hand into mats using techniques passed between generations without instruction manuals. The grass is supple when wet and sets firm as it dries, the mat holds its shape because the weaver made it hold.

These mats are woven from madur grass, harvested from the wetlands of Midnapore in rural West Bengal, a region where grass weaving is not a craft revival but an unbroken practice. The crystal teal and red are dyed into cotton thread that wraps the grass, creating a woven pattern that is both structural and decorative.

Madur mats are cooler than cloth and more substantial than bamboo. They hold a heavy pot without shifting. They absorb the condensation from a glass without staining. Placed at each setting, they make the table feel more grounded, like the meal was considered before the food arrived.

Handwoven Madur Grass · Midnapore, West Bengal · Cotton-Wrapped Thread · Heat-Resistant

Care Instructions

• Wipe with a damp cloth after use.
• Machine wash cold if needed, gentle cycle.
• Air dry flat. Do not tumble dry on high.
• Iron on medium while slightly damp.