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Lekotho (extremely rare old motif)


Pattern/Motif Name: Lekotho*

Design Format: Hip Wrapper (Kain Panjang) with undyed borders on the narrow ends only.

Provenance: Java, Surakarta

Manufactured: Before 1962

Technique: Hand-drawn wax resist on machine-woven cotton

Dyeing Methods: Natural Dyes, vegetable reddish-brown soga

Dimension: 2.5m x 1.1m


*) Lekotho is an extremely rare old motif. I have yet to know what Lekotho is. Does anyone know?



This batik attracts many aficionados. I received a number of emails asking about acqusition since its first appearance in this blog.

For the sake of fairness, bidding system will be implemented. This batik, therefore, will be given to the highest bidder. If the highest bid do not reach satisfying value, I am regret to inform you that this item will still be remained as my private collection.

The first bid was made in early October 2007 by Mevr. T of Groningen, the Netherlands. She offered EUR 2000 for this article. If you are interested to bid, kindly send me a specified maximum amount through email: btk.jawa@gmail.com

Thank you.

Information for Buyers

If your bid is successful, you will be notified immediately by email.

Purchase must be paid and collected within 7 working days after notification. Payment can be made in cash or by bank transfer/TT in EUR or USD.

After your payment has been received in full amount, I can provide you with advice and assistance regarding costs and practicalities of shipment and insurance.



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