Vintage Indonesian Hinggi Textile 4'3" x 1'3"

SIZE: 4.3 X 1.3 FT.

ORIGIN: INDONESIA

CIRCA: 1960s

MATERIAL: PURE COTTON

This vintage Indonesian Hinggi textile is a striking cotton cloth from Sumba, traditionally used as a man’s shoulder or hip cloth. Woven in earthy shades of terracotta, cream, and soft black, it features bold, mirrored geometric and stylized animal motifs, possibly representing ancestral or protective symbols. The detailed patterning, with its repeating diamond forms and abstracted figures, is framed by narrow side bands with intricate motifs and finished with twisted fringe on both ends. Hinggi textiles carry deep cultural significance, often worn for ceremonies or gifted as heirlooms, showcasing the masterful weaving traditions of Sumba’s artisans.

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