This exquisite antique silk breast wrapper (kemben) originates from the Principality of Singaraja in northern Bali, Indonesia, dating to the early 20th century (1920–1930). Measuring 70 inches by 18 inches (178 cm x 46 cm), the textile is a masterwork of the plangi (tie-dye) technique. The composition features broad asymmetrical bands dyed in a sophisticated palette of deep violet, vermillion, maroon, and light brown, showcasing a depth of color remarkable for natural dyes.

The traditional pattern is characterized by jagged, lightning-like borders separating the color fields, known in Bali as the masir or "sand" effect, created by tightly binding the silk before immersion in the dye bath. Small, delicate resist-dyed circles and lozenges are scattered throughout each band, providing a rhythmic texture to the bold color blocks. The wrapper is finished at both ends with a distinctive saw-tooth (tumpal) motif. This piece remains in excellent condition, exhibiting only minor signs of light wear and two tiny holes consistent with its age.

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