Shawl Item Number: 3511/7 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Maroon shawl (selendang) with fringe on ends. Top and bottom edges are bordered by three patterned bands. Outer and inner bands have an alternating diamond and triangle motif, with dots throughout; centre band has a repeating geometric motif. Bands are maroon, and separated with black and burgundy stripes and dark orange dots; designs are dark orange with dark green and maroon highlights. Wide maroon panel in centre of sarong. Repeating columns of figures and geometric motifs across length; all designs done in dark orange with dark green and burgundy highlights. Figures are a mix of birds, lizards, scorpions, butterflies, humans(?), and plants. Dark orange triangles border both ends of centre panel. White sticker on back.
Selendangs are worn as shawls or scarves, or other similar uses.
Handwoven ikat textile; fibres dyed using local vegetable dyes.
Purchased by the donor in the Kelimutu area, on Flores Island, in September 1989.
Power or good luck symbols: cicak, tree of life, necklaces, chickens, scorpions.