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Man's head wrapper (m' basa tali to batu)
Indonesian (Torajan)
Dutch colonial rule
Late 19th century
Object Place: Sulawesi (Celebes), Indonesia, Rongkong
Medium/Technique
Cotton; slit tapestry weave variation, tie resist-dyed (tannunan dasi)
Dimensions
Overall: 263 x 32 cm (103 9/16 x 12 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Otis Norcross Fund
Accession Number1987.219
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionRed, blue and natural cotton (z-spun) rectangular cloth with overall geometric design of blocks and lozenges created by tapestry weave variation and tie dye technique.
ProvenancePurchased from Anita E. Spertus and Robert Holmgren by the MFA in April, 1987