Indonesian Cotton Tubular Skirt

Maroon and green, in diamonds that never lose count.

Weavers in Bali, Indonesia, made this tubular skirt in cotton in the 20th century. Tubular skirts are commonly worn wrapped and tucked at the waist, in woven cloth that often carries patterned panels. The maroon field here holds rows of diamond medallions set in curling forms, divided by bands of teal green and cream. A narrow border of small geometric motifs runs through the center. The colors are rich and slightly softened by age.

About forty-one inches long and twenty-four wide. Wear it, or hang it, and the room gets some warmth.