A Collection of Indonesian Batik and Ikat Cloths (1994)
A particularly old Iban pua, Borneo. Rich deep red, classic "firefly" pattern, mid(?) 19th c.
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A Collection of Indonesian Batik and Ikat Cloths (1994) |
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Central Javanese batik of the mid century: a remarkable diversity of experimentation with forms and treatment characterizes the 20th century central Javanese batik arts, as a magico-symbolist world gave way to the modern era, styles and influences came in from the outside, and the formerly "forbidden patterns" became available for stylistic interpretation. A collection ranging from the turn of the century to the 1960's. All natural dyes, principally soga and indigo. |
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Lio people of Flores, Indonesia: men's ikat sarong, early 20th century. Fine filigrees of archaic patterns beautifully evoke celestial gateways- and the medieval patola cloth from which these pieces have evolved/descended. Natural dyes. |
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| Several "kain cepuk" from Bali, Indonesia. Weft ikat cotton, descended from the patola cloth; sacred, magical, protective/medicinal. |
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A particularly old Iban pua, Borneo. Rich deep red, classic "firefly" pattern, mid(?) 19th c. |