Head Cloth, Seputangan
Yakan people, Basilan Island , Philippines
Early 20th century
Cotton ground with tapestry woven silk thread
33 in x 35 in :: 83.8 cm x 89 cm
Seputangan head cloths from the Yakan people of Basilan Island, unlike other headcloths in the region are worn primarily by women. They also function as a sash wrapped around the waist. Yakan weavers are known for using a very wide backstrap loom, creating intricate geometric designs.
Inventory # 105263
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