Man's wrapper c. 20th century

This boldly striped textile, a man's wrapper, was made by Tang Khul Naga. I can only imagine the weaver, sitting at their loom, feeding the weft threads in between the warp. There's something about the consistent rhythm of the red stripes, contrasted against the deep black, that suggests deliberation, yet also a kind of joyful improvisation. It's like they were thinking, "How can I make something both practical and beautiful?" The texture looks rich and full of character, as if the threads themselves have stories to tell. And those fringes! They bring a sense of playful movement to the solid color blocks. I wonder about all the other artists, the weavers, who have worked with these simple shapes, passing down skills, making variations, each adding their voice. Like painting, this wrapper embodies the maker’s touch, inviting us to participate in the ongoing, ever-evolving conversation of art.