Handloom Cotton Ikat Sarong from Flores - Circa 90yrs Old Origin - Congo These oil lamps were used

These oil lamps were used daily and would have traditionally been used with a wick and ghee oil

A distinctive rounded entrance hole provides access to the interior and is framed by the surrounding bamboo bars

Dimensions: Available in two sizes: W150 & 180 diameter x H74 cm

It comes with its original mirror glass which has lost much of its reflective properties

Handloom Cotton Ikat Sarong from Flores - Circa 90yrs Old Origin - Congo These oil lamps were usedThis traditional ikat weaving on a hand loom can be found in many towns across the islands of East Nusa Tenggara. Each area has its own distinctive motifs and patterns as well as color preferences. The difference in the designs and colors represent the variety that exists among the various ethnicities, customs, and beliefs of the people of Flores. Dyed by hand using natural sustainable dyes such as ceriops tagal bark. Sarong or sarung denotes the