This hand-drawn cotton batik sarong, originating from the historic workshops of Lasem, Java, Indonesia between 1900 and 1920, is a vibrant example of the North Coast (pesisir) style. The main body (badan) features the classic ganggang (seaweed) pattern, characterized by feathery black coils that encircle various sea creatures, flowers, and aquatic plants. These motifs are rendered in a lively palette of bright red, light blue, and gray-green against a crisp cream ground.

The sarong's head panel (kepala) provides a dramatic contrast, featuring a deep cherry red ground—a signature color of Lasem batiks known as abang Lasem—adorned with animated birds perched within a flowering tree. The borders are notably asymmetrical: the upper border features rhythmic leaves and flowers, while the lower edge is defined by larger white blossoms and red foliage, all framed by a narrow striped outer border. Measuring 41 inches by 37 inches (104 cm x 94 cm) in its current stitched state, the textile extends to 74 inches (188 cm) in length if unstitched. The high-quality cotton is heavy, smooth, and slightly crisp, preserved in excellent condition with only minor sewn repairs and a few nearly imperceptible tiny holes.

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