Iket (Headcloth)
| Title | Iket (Headcloth) |
|---|---|
| Artist | Indonesia, Sumatra |
| Medium | Center in formalized floral design woven by tied-dye process known as ikat, giving effect of shot silk; colors blue, green, black and light reds; two borders in gold thread in geometric design; corners have floral motif in gold |
| Classification | textile |
| Origin | Sumatra Sumatra |
| Holding institution | Art Institute of Chicago |
| Credit line | Gift of Mrs. Charles H. Worcester |
| Rights | Public domain (CC0) |
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