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tastmoo2 Atoni people Amanatun Utara (?) West Timor Man’s blanket/lower body cover mau naek (Dawan)or selimut (Indonesian). 100% cotton 34 in X 87 in. Fair. Some fading and native repair. Man’s lower body wrapper or shoulder blankets like this one are called are called selimut or mau naek. They are usually worn as sarong style with the ends making a large fold of knot in the front to show the design and volume. A second one might be worn backpack style across the shoulders so the design is centered on the back. The ends are then gathered around the waist and secured with a cloth belt. The volume and design of the cloth show status within the wear’s community. |