Skirt

Skirt

Maranao malong landap (wraparound tubeskirt) made of purple silk in plain weave with natural dyes and separately woven decorative strips - langkit. One strip is sewn vertically running the length of the garment - about 15 cm wide and is called lakban. The initials R.M.P. are woven into the lakban at the center. Two identical horizontal strips are sewn parallel dividing the skirt into three equal sections they are narrower than the vertical and form a pair called tobiran. These strips consisting of geometric patterns in greens oranges and yellows are exceptional examples of Maranao weaving. A green border is repeated at the top and bottom of the garment as well as on each side of the tobiran. Border consists of one wide bar with one narrow bar on each side. Piece looks faded as if set in window with front faded not back. Some of top was wrapped and therefore remained unfaded. Stained throughout with burn hole and a fabric flaw (hole).

1988.027.002