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This is a gorgeous hinggi from Sumba Island. The island of Sumba in Indonesia is renowned for its technically accomplished … Read more This is a gorgeous hinggi from Sumba Island. The island of Sumba in Indonesia is renowned for its technically accomplished and visually dramatic textiles. Impressive works such as this hinggi (man’s shoulder or hip cloth) were prestige garments used as formal attire by Sumba men at important events and ceremonies. Worn in matched sets, one around the hips and a second around the shoulders, cotton dyed hinggi were also an indispensable component of ceremonial gift exchange. See less
- Dimensions
- 21.5ʺW × 0.1ʺD × 53ʺH
- Styles
- Tribal
- Period
- 1940s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Textile
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Excellent. Two pieces sewn together. Excellent. Two pieces sewn together. less
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