The Collection
Man’s Cloth (Sikalau Namilau)
One panel cloth of cotton ikat with stripes and twined fringe. See a similar piece in “Textiles of Timor, Island in the Woven Sea”, Hamilton & Barrkman, page 218.
Title: Man’s Cloth (Sikalau Namilau)
Artist: Unknown
Creation Date: 2nd half 20th Century
Geography: Lospalos Village (Lautém Distric, Timor-Leste)
Culture:
Medium: Cotton
Technique: Plain weave, warp ikat
Dimensions: 65 cm x 213 cm (25.59 in x 83.86 in)
Classification: Costumes
Credit Line: Gift of Teresa Lemon Shepro
Object ID Number: TR.2024.4.68