Hand-painted batik textile from Java, Indonesia, made during the mid-century. This textile is a kemben batik tulis, or women's breast wrapper or cloth. Batik is a wax-resist technique, in this case, used to draw tiny motifs around a large plain lozenge, known as sindangan, or beam of light. The color palette is composed of browns, camels, and blacks. In excellent condition, signs of wear consistent with age. Cotton twill with a very light handle.

Mid Century Indonesian Batik - 1'8 x 8

Regular price $175.00 Sale

Hand-painted batik textile from Java, Indonesia, made during the mid-century.

This textile is a kemben batik tulis, or ceremonial women's breast wrapper or cloth. Batik is a wax-resist technique, in this case, used to draw tiny motifs around a large plain lozenge, known as sindangan, or beam of light. The color palette is composed of browns, camels, and blacks.

In excellent condition, signs of wear consistent with age. Cotton twill with a very light handle.

Size: 1'8" x 8' - 51cm x 244cm

Age: Mid Century

Country of Origin: Java, Indonesia

Type of Textile: Kemben Batik Tulis (Women's Breast Cloth)

Material: 100% Cotton

Pile Height: Flatwoven

Condition: Excellent

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