Orange Bintang Empat Songket Weave Set

The Bintang Empat motif in Lombok’s woven fabric showcases a floral design above a rectangular field, featuring a central four-pointed star. This term is linked to cardinal directions, drawing inspiration from the eastern star signifying dawn. It symbolizes cardinal directions for calendar determination, with ancestors traditionally using stars to mark the arrival of seasons. Recognizing seasons was crucial for timing agricultural activities accurately.

Origin: Sade Village, Lombok
Technique: Backstrap Loom
Material: Cotton and Gold thread
Size:
204 x 107 cm
50 x 174 cm