Title
Grey-and-purple striped top
Year/Period
20th century
Region
Penang
Material
Dimension
Gross measurement: 54.0 x 131.7 cm
Accession No.
2016-00716
Collection of
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Kip Lee
In a purple and pink striped fabric, this top has a high collar, pleated cuffs and large pockets on its front. A lace border with bird motifs is attached to its hem. This top may have been inspired by baju dalam, which was of a similar construction and was popular in the 20th century as an undergarment worn beneath organdie baju panjangs. This is part of a donation which contains a mixture of garments worn by Peranakan men and women.
