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textiles are widely recognized as among the greatest artistic achievements
of Indonesia. They are indeed the chief
form of artistic expression throughout almost all of the archipelago,
playing a central role in many of the rituals associated with life
passages — birth, initiation, marriage and death. Their content,
technique and materials reflect a diversity of cultural incursions,
religions, political systems, social and practical needs. Textiles are emblems of prestige, rank and wealth; are connected with trade and gift exchanges; foster fertility; are symbols of agricultural productivity and seasonal renewal; and become a medium of communication with the supernatural world. This selection of textiles from Indonesia were collected in the field by Rhoda Lurie of RhoDesigns in the 1980’s and have been exhibited in museums and galleries in the Midwest. They come from the islands of Sumatra and Timor. |
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