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Asset Code 519

Very Rare Katu Tribe Loin Cloth - Attapeu province
circa 1900

Rare piece -perfect condition.
The Katu tribe inhabit the Attapeu province in Vietnam, and are known for the animal sacrifice rituals.
This piece is heavy on account of the beads.



Heavy beads

attapeu loin cloth

fringe
Abrash on tips

 


Serrated effect of supplementary weft

 

yellow border
Gorgeous yellow woven guard-border


On my monitor, this is the correct colour of the textile

 

 

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