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One ceremonial handmade Indonesian hat woven from bamboo or palm leaf and fully hand-painted, with floral motifs and a raised central knob featuring a black-and-white spiral, dimensions 41.5 cm wide by 41.5 cm deep by 15 cm high, dating to the mid-to-late 20th century, in good vintage condition with signs of wear.
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Traditional handmade Indonesian ceremonial hat – painted braided bamboo/palm – 20th century
Description: Beautiful authentic handmade traditional hat from Indonesia, made from finely braided natural fibers (bamboo or palm leaf) and entirely hand-painted.
The hat is richly decorated with colorful floral motifs and traditional figures from Indonesian mythology, executed in a characteristic style reminiscent of Javanese and Balinese folk art. The raised central knob with black-and-white spiral decoration forms a striking centerpiece and gives the object a particularly decorative character.
Originally such headgear served as protection against the sun, but richly painted examples were also used at festive occasions and as a status symbol. Today they are beloved as collectibles and wall decor.
Condition: Good vintage condition with normal signs of use and aging appropriate to the age. The painting is largely well preserved and contributes to the authentic appearance.
A special ethnographic object that elegantly combines craftsmanship, traditional braiding technique, and Indonesian decorative art.
The hat will be carefully packed and insured for shipment with track and trace!
No. 4029
Traditional handmade Indonesian ceremonial hat – painted braided bamboo/palm – 20th century
Description: Beautiful authentic handmade traditional hat from Indonesia, made from finely braided natural fibers (bamboo or palm leaf) and entirely hand-painted.
The hat is richly decorated with colorful floral motifs and traditional figures from Indonesian mythology, executed in a characteristic style reminiscent of Javanese and Balinese folk art. The raised central knob with black-and-white spiral decoration forms a striking centerpiece and gives the object a particularly decorative character.
Originally such headgear served as protection against the sun, but richly painted examples were also used at festive occasions and as a status symbol. Today they are beloved as collectibles and wall decor.
Condition: Good vintage condition with normal signs of use and aging appropriate to the age. The painting is largely well preserved and contributes to the authentic appearance.
A special ethnographic object that elegantly combines craftsmanship, traditional braiding technique, and Indonesian decorative art.
The hat will be carefully packed and insured for shipment with track and trace!
No. 4029
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Bamboo
Country of origin
Indonesia
Condition
Good condition, used with some signs of wear
Estimated period
1960-1970, 1990-2000
Height
15 cm
Width
41.5 cm
Depth
41.5 cm
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