Sarong Item Number: 3511/2 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Sarong with sides sewn together, forming a rectangular tube skirt. Designs divided into three wide panels; separated by plain black stripes. Top and bottom edges of sarong are trimmed with two groupings of maroon stripes, with dark yellow dashes throughout them. Between the two groupings are dark orange and yellow triangles. Panels are dark brown and filled with rows of geometric and linear motifs; done in dark orange and yellow. Patterns in top and bottom panels are identical; middle panel has additional abstract geometric designs. Rows of black stripes throughout all panels. White tag on back.
Used sarong, made from 3 pieces. Sarongs can be worn in several ways, as a skirt, or a dress over one shoulder, etc.
Handwoven ikat textile; fibres dyed using local vegetable dyes.
Purchased by the donor in the Kelimutu area, on Flores Island, in September 1989.