Sleeping blanket (Phaa hom lai), 20th century
Lao-Taiexpand_more
Cotton; supplementary weft patterning; needleworkexpand_more
Gift of Richard L. Simmons in memory of Roberta Grodberg Simmonsexpand_more 2004.169.69
Not on Viewexpand_more
In the Lao-Tai culture bed linens form an important part of a woman's dowry. A prospective bride was expected to prepare as many as ten sets of mattresses, pillows and blankets, and one mosquito net prior to the wedding. Although the bride weaves most of these items herself, other family members may assist her if the dowry is unusually large.
Geometric designs, hook-shaped motifs and lozenges provide the basic imagery for bed furnishings, but birds, animals and mythological creatures appear frequently as well. This blanket features two bands of monkeys prancing along the perimeter of each diamond shape.
Details
- Title
- Sleeping blanket (Phaa hom lai)
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 2004.169.69
- Curator Approved
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