Closeup of a deep red garment with cascading sequins along the neckline and dense white stitching where the back shows through. Geometric embroidery adorn the shoulder and bottom. Torso of a deep red garment on a white background. The top is filled by reflective sequins while the bottom features geometric diamond and triangle motifs in orange and gray. Dark red garment on a white background with intricate sequin embroidery around the neckline. Along the bottom and shoulders are dense stripes of geometric patterning in waves and triangle motifs. Closeup of a deep red woven fabric with geometric embroidery depicting a triangle border and a humanoid figure in red. Along the bottom are cascading reflective sequins. Detail view of a black sleeve on a light background adorned with embroidered orange and black geometric patterns across the top. Along the cuff and shoulder are dense sequin detailing. Handcrafted garment in tones of black, brown and deep red on a white background. Geometric designs cover the shoulders and lower chest, while a large light V-shape borders the neckline.

Unknown Maker, Mandaya

Woman’s Blouse (Bado),

Maker

Culture

Mandaya, Philippine

Title

Woman’s Blouse (Bado)

Medium

abaca fiber, mother of pearl, sequin, metal

Materials/Techniques

Dimensions

Length: 33 cm (13 inches)

Place

Place Made: Mindanao

Type

Credit

Gift of Mrs. Jesse H. Metcalf

Object Number

15.235

Woman’s Blouse (Bado)

Place Made: Mindanao

Publications

Exhibition History

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