Kebaya with Printed Foliate Pattern

Title
Kebaya with Printed Foliate Pattern
Year/Period
early-mid 20th century
Region
Java, Indonesia
Material
Cotton
Dimension
Gross measurement: 61.0 x 141.4 cm
Accession No.
2016-00693
Collection of
Peranakan Museum
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Kip Lee

This kebaya is made from a light fabric printed with a recurring motif of foliage and small flowers. It is part of a donation which contains a mixture of garments worn by Peranakan men and women.

 

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