A Large Antique Ikat Panel Hanging. Borneo, Indonesian Archipelago

Of rectangular form with recurring stylised anthropomorphic figures with ''ghost'' faces within zig-zag and geometric patterns. The two cotton panels joined vertically and stitched through the centre. Soft colours. In very good condition,no holes or repairs. Some very light time marks. Images 1 to 14 show one side,images 15 to 31 the other. One side is all over lighter (faded) Size is 7 foot 11 inches by 4 foot 7 inches, 241cm by 140cm at widest points. Cotton woven construction. Good earlier example of its type and make a bold decorative statement for a wall feature. Pusaka collection of Indonesian Ikat * textile 187, Sumba ... Ikat.us is a fascinating museum website for these diverse weavings. Weighs 1.6kg. BRD 465. Purveyors of unusual rare distinctive quality tribal rugs & carpets, Howard & Sons seating, some orientalist items & decorative objects for the everyman.