Details
CollectionSouth & Southeast Asian Collection
Object numberS0001-0023-001-0
TitleSelendang pelangi (‘rainbow’ shoulder wrap)
DescriptionThis shoulder wrap is reminiscent of the patola in design layout though much smaller in scale. The centre-field is patterned with various geometric repeats bordered by transverse bands of alternating plant and triangular motifs. The cloth is edged all round by a line of zigzags and triangles.Rare and fragile, prob early 20th C
Production placeMalaya, Malaysia
Production date 1900 - 1999
Production periodc. Early 20th Century
Object categoryClothing/Accessories, Textile
TechniquePelangi, Tie-dye, Resist Dyeing
Dimensions
Length: 162 cm
Width: 76.8 cm
Width: 76.8 cm

