Gold
The gold-like threaded ornaments across this very soft cotton fabric are a characteristic pattern of the Indonesian island of Sumatra brought by Chinese influences in the past. Known in ancient times as the Island of Gold, Sumatra was a strategic location for the development of trade, new religions and ideas in Southeast Asia.
This fabric has been dyed by hand using a technique called ‘titik tujuh’ or tie-dye where the knots stop the dye from penetrating the fabric. The result is a pattern rich in subtle details of delicate elegance. Sized as a traditional sarong, this type of clothing, referred to as Songket in Sumatra, is traditionally worn as a skirt for ceremonies and special occasions - both by men and women in Indonesia and other Asian cultures.
The gold-like threaded ornaments across this very soft cotton fabric are a characteristic pattern of the Indonesian island of Sumatra brought by Chinese influences in the past. Known in ancient times as the Island of Gold, Sumatra was a strategic location for the development of trade, new religions and ideas in Southeast Asia.
This fabric has been dyed by hand using a technique called ‘titik tujuh’ or tie-dye where the knots stop the dye from penetrating the fabric. The result is a pattern rich in subtle details of delicate elegance. Sized as a traditional sarong, this type of clothing, referred to as Songket in Sumatra, is traditionally worn as a skirt for ceremonies and special occasions - both by men and women in Indonesia and other Asian cultures.
The gold-like threaded ornaments across this very soft cotton fabric are a characteristic pattern of the Indonesian island of Sumatra brought by Chinese influences in the past. Known in ancient times as the Island of Gold, Sumatra was a strategic location for the development of trade, new religions and ideas in Southeast Asia.
This fabric has been dyed by hand using a technique called ‘titik tujuh’ or tie-dye where the knots stop the dye from penetrating the fabric. The result is a pattern rich in subtle details of delicate elegance. Sized as a traditional sarong, this type of clothing, referred to as Songket in Sumatra, is traditionally worn as a skirt for ceremonies and special occasions - both by men and women in Indonesia and other Asian cultures.
Origin: Sumatra, Indonesia
Material: Fine cotton
Condition: New
Dimension: H 103,5 x W 200 cm
Care: Wash by hand carefully with a soft and natural soap. Do not soak in water for long periods of time.