Woman’s Ceremonial Jacket
West Kalimantan, Borneo
Early 20th century (circa 1920s)
Trade cotton, imported glass beads sequins, buttons
19.25” high x c wide 49 x 39 cm
Worn exclusively by high born Iban or Maloh women from ruling families , the design of this intricately beaded jacket, known as sapé manik, displays exceptional color vibrancy and beautifully rendered compositional lines. The patterning, derived from a complex of prestigious motifs including Indian tradecloth, and the luxurious abundance of beads conveys notions of prosperity and fertility. Offered on a custom made wood stand.
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