Indonesian ikat sumba
Five panelled tribal ikat sumba, Large ikat central figure with four panels to the side and above and below the figure with surface embroidery on the weft. Symbols of head hunting by the sides of his hips, large extremities and adoring small figures at the bottom.
This would of been worn by a man for ceremonial use.
Some marks on the face and body, examples shown in photos..
C.1970’s
125x260cm
Five panelled tribal ikat sumba, Large ikat central figure with four panels to the side and above and below the figure with surface embroidery on the weft. Symbols of head hunting by the sides of his hips, large extremities and adoring small figures at the bottom.
This would of been worn by a man for ceremonial use.
Some marks on the face and body, examples shown in photos..
C.1970’s
125x260cm
Five panelled tribal ikat sumba, Large ikat central figure with four panels to the side and above and below the figure with surface embroidery on the weft. Symbols of head hunting by the sides of his hips, large extremities and adoring small figures at the bottom.
This would of been worn by a man for ceremonial use.
Some marks on the face and body, examples shown in photos..
C.1970’s
125x260cm