Male figure in traditional Javanese attire
| Accession Nr.: | 53.215.1 |
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| Type: | carving; textile arts |
| Date of production: |
19th century
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| Materials/Techniques: | carved, painted wood, textile |
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| Dimensions: | height: 24 cm width: 16 cm |
A cross-legged wooden doll dressed in a waxed (batik) sarong and matching headdress. The costume of this small wooden figure gives an accurate picture of the multi-faceted function of Javanese folk costume, which, as a ceremonial garment, is still a key element of identity in the lives of the islanders.
