Tangkulu (Headscarf)
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Jose Rizal might have mistakenly called this a "Panuelo from his packing list of objects sent to Joest. https://philippinestudies.uk/mapping/items/show/29027
Based on similar objects from the same period, this is a Tangkulu, or a head scarf worn by Bagobo men. The fabric is made of woven red cotton. The figures are made with the so-called Plangi technique, ligating portions of the fabric. These sections remained unstained. . At the four corners and centre are radiating tie-dyed pucks with white bead wires attached, which ends having red beads.
The Tangkulu is said to have been only worn by men who had proven themselves during combat.This meant that there had to be a slain enemy. As there were slain more enemies the red color of the cloth was darker.
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