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1925

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Selendang (shoulder Cloth) (Indonesia), late 19th–early 20th century

This is a Selendang (shoulder cloth). It is dated late 19th–early 20th century and we acquired it in 1981. Its medium is cotton and its technique is hand drawn wax resist dyeing (batik) on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Albert E. Ernst. It is credited Gift of Albert E. Ernst.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 250.8 x 50.8 cm (98 3/4 x 20 in.)

Cite this object as

Selendang (shoulder Cloth) (Indonesia), late 19th–early 20th century; cotton; H x W: 250.8 x 50.8 cm (98 3/4 x 20 in.); Gift of Albert E. Ernst; 1981-20-1

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