Siga / Man's Headcloth
To Bada people, Bada District, Central Sulawesi
Early 20th century
#16896

Technique: Barkcloth with pigments
Description: The composition moves out from in mirror image from a central diamond and tangential orange diamonds.
Comment: The center motif may represent sirih leaves used in betel-nut chewing, the other designs require further study
Condition: good, some wear from folding
Dimensions: 3' 1" x 3' 1/2" ( .94 x .92 m )

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