Javanese Batik

Kain Panjang Batik Tulis
Lasem, Java
Cotton; hand drawn wax resist
1890-1915
106,5 x 254 cm (42 x 100 in)

A classic example of a tulis kain panjang, (lit. handwritten long cloth), featuring Chinese style birds and flowers, and the characteristic deep red natural dye color associated with the community of Lasem on the north coast of Java.

Object Presented by:
Thomas Murray
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