A nurse took care of an Indonesian patient, who then gifted this skirt to the nurse. The nurse upon learning that she was headed for assisted living with no known relatives, gifted the skirt to a special friend.  Although the special friend admired the handsome textile, it seemed to be more appropriately maintained by a collector who would have a greater understanding of the textile's context.

And now is currently offered by www.SavvyCollector.com  . . .

Produced on the islands of Indonesia numbering in excess of 13,000, the textiles of Indonesia are extremely varied. Often these cultural artifacts are a reflection of an island's specific beliefs and traditions. 

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