Hand-Selected by Judy Gula in Bali, Indonesia
Tenun Gringsing is the sacred double ikat textile made exclusively in the village of Tenganan Pegringsingan in Bali, one of only three places in the world that produces true double ikat cloth. In double ikat, both the warp and weft threads are resist-dyed before weaving, requiring extraordinary precision and skill. A single piece can take years to complete.
This piece showcases a dramatic chevron mountain motif — large nested V-shapes in rust red and dark brown radiating from the center, flanked by vertical stripe panels with small diamond accents in blue, tan, and red. The layered composition gives this piece a bold, ceremonial presence unlike any other in the Gringsing tradition. Finished with hand-knotted fringe on both ends.
Gringsing textiles are believed to hold protective and healing powers and are used in sacred ceremonies across Bali. Owning one is owning a piece of living cultural heritage.
Textile Details
- Technique: Double ikat (warp and weft resist-dyed)
- Origin: Tenganan Pegringsingan village, Bali, Indonesia
- Rust red, dark brown, tan, blue, and white colorway
- Central chevron mountain motif with diamond stripe border panels
- Hand-knotted fringe on both ends
- Dimensions: approximately 21" × 74"
Display & Care
Ready to hang as a wall textile. Store folded in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Spot clean only; do not machine wash.
Perfect For
A striking focal point for a living room, studio, or gallery wall. The warm rust and earth tones pair beautifully with natural wood, leather, and terracotta. The dimensions also make it a stunning choice for garment construction — a one-of-a-kind vest, jacket, or wearable art piece. An exceptional gift for collectors of world textiles, ethnographic art, or Balinese culture.
As a handwoven and hand-dyed double ikat textile, slight variations in color, pattern, and dimension are inherent to its artisan origin and are a mark of its authenticity.
