Sumatra Lampung Tapis the island shared influences with

the island shared influences with Epirus

This beautiful piece would have been worn for ceremonies or at important occasions as a cloak covering the head and shoulders

It may have been commissioned for a wealthy client

This is a spectacular and unusually large lampung tapis heavy with gold wrapped threads

Sumatra Lampung Tapis the island shared influences withSumatra in ancient times had a reputation as the Isle of Gold. It was a natural resource unique to the island which was traded along with spices. This is a spectacular and unusually large lampung tapis heavy with gold wrapped threads. The side seam has been opened to allow the entire piece to be viewed. The large amount of gold wrapped thread intricately embroidered would certainly have adorned a prominent or noble wearer at an occasion of importance