Javanese silk lokan salendang batik (265 x 48cm)

265 x 48cm  //  8ft 6" x 1ft 7"

Made on Chinese silk in the Rembang area of the north coast of Java, almost certainly for export to Bali where it would be worn at a Hindu temple.

• first half 20th cent

Acquired by the previous owner, circa 1950 on Java 

Ref. 14358