Loin Cloth
58-5-80
From: Bangladesh | Miniamulk
Curatorial Section: Asian
Native Name | Dhoti |
Object Number | 58-5-80 |
Current Location | Collections Storage |
Culture | River Chakma |
Provenience | Bangladesh | Miniamulk |
Section | Asian |
Materials | Cotton |
Technique | Woven |
Description | Textile has loose weave and a plaid pattern. Cotton, loose weave; white, red, purple plaid pattern. Made commerically on the plains and the type of loin cloth the Hill Chakma is beginning to wear. Bengali name: Dhoti |
Length | 160 cm |
Width | 55 cm |
Credit Line | Museum Purchase, 1958 |
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