Decorative Hanging

 

Lasem, Java, Indonesia
19th C
Cotton, hand-drawn batik, natural dyes

89 x 240 cm
The East Indies Museum
IDN: 103-266-1418

 

 

This piece was probably commissioned by a Dutch colonial.  In the center circle, one can see what appear to be Western couples dancing - all garbed in late 19th C. clothing

 

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