#0025 Ikat Kepala

The headscarf is an exquisite example of Arabic and Chinese influence in the late 19th Century. The Arabic letters were taken from words of the Qur'an. The lion-like shape is a depiction of Chinese influence. This piece of headscarf was made in Cirebon, a coastal city and important harbour. The city is also home to one of the most influential sultanate in Java.