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1901

  • Work on this object began.

1925

  • Work on this object ended.

1977

  • We acquired this object.

2013

2025

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Selendang (shoulder Cloth) (Indonesia)

This is a Selendang (shoulder cloth). It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1977. Its medium is cotton and its technique is tied resist patterning in warp (ikat) on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Clara Waldeck. It is credited Gift of Clara Waldeck.

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Selendang (shoulder Cloth) (Indonesia); cotton; Gift of Clara Waldeck; 1977-103-1

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