Magnificent traditional Ikat from Sumba – Indonesia – Hinggi - 20th century
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Traditional Sumba Hinggi ikat textile from Indonesia, dating to the XXe siècle, woven in chain-ikat on cotton with natural dyes, measuring 232 × 114 cm and in good condition with patina and wear.
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Ikat traditional of Sumba – Indonesia – Hinggi – 20th century
Stunning traditional Indonesian fabric of hinggi type from the island of Sumba, in the Lesser Sunda Islands.
Made according to the traditional ikat technique with natural dyes, this textile features a rich composition of alternating bands in brick red, dark brown and ecru. It is adorned with stylized animal and anthropomorphic figures, as well as a central geometric field of diamonds and repetitive motifs. The whole testifies to the richness of Sumba’s textile art and its traditional iconographic repertoire.
These masculine fabrics were notably worn during ceremonies and played an important role in social and ritual exchanges.
Origin: Indonesia, Sumba island
Era: 20th century
Technique: chain-ikat
Material: cotton
Dimensions: 232 × 114 cm
Provenance: bought from an antique dealer in Jakarta in 1984.
Old with patina from use, discolorations and fringes showing irregularities. The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow appreciation of the overall condition of this piece.
A textile of character, interesting for a collection of traditional Indonesian textile art or ethnographic art.
(Please carefully examine the photographs to appreciate the detailed condition of the lot).
Ikat traditional of Sumba – Indonesia – Hinggi – 20th century
Stunning traditional Indonesian fabric of hinggi type from the island of Sumba, in the Lesser Sunda Islands.
Made according to the traditional ikat technique with natural dyes, this textile features a rich composition of alternating bands in brick red, dark brown and ecru. It is adorned with stylized animal and anthropomorphic figures, as well as a central geometric field of diamonds and repetitive motifs. The whole testifies to the richness of Sumba’s textile art and its traditional iconographic repertoire.
These masculine fabrics were notably worn during ceremonies and played an important role in social and ritual exchanges.
Origin: Indonesia, Sumba island
Era: 20th century
Technique: chain-ikat
Material: cotton
Dimensions: 232 × 114 cm
Provenance: bought from an antique dealer in Jakarta in 1984.
Old with patina from use, discolorations and fringes showing irregularities. The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow appreciation of the overall condition of this piece.
A textile of character, interesting for a collection of traditional Indonesian textile art or ethnographic art.
(Please carefully examine the photographs to appreciate the detailed condition of the lot).
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Title of artwork
Magnificent traditional Ikat from Sumba – Indonesia – Hinggi
Condition
Good condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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