AE.1960.0053.0001

Protective hip or shoulder cloth

Women wore this special kain gringsing (cloth that prevents illness) once a year during a rejang dance. It also served for transition rituals. The double ikat pattern that recurs in reverse represents a priest sitting between women.

Bali (island)

1960

metal, cotton (fibre)

1960-12-09

Kauf - Lemaire, M. L. J.