Black Red Elephant Weaving

Elephant is not found in Sumba, although this is an evidence that in the past there had been trade interactions with the outside world who exported ivory to Sumba. Until now, certain kings or nobles in East Sumba still have ivory sticks and ivory bracelets are still part of the contents of “mbola ngandi” (a container which must brought by the bride from her parents’ house).

Origin: Melolo Village, Sumba
Material: Cotton, Natural Dye
Size: 38 x 180 cm