The Naga are an ancient tribal people found in the hills of Northeast India and parts of Burma. They have a rich tradition of textile weaving and are renowned for their flamboyant adornments for the body. Textile weaving is the preserve of women. They employ the back-strap loom tension method (sometimes called Indonesian) using handspun cotton and sometimes hemp. After the cloth has been woven, small patches of embroidery are often added using a porcupine needle.
Dimensions
Length: 173cm, 68 in
Width: 43cm, 17 in
Provenance: Naga of Nagaland
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