Author: Keiko Kusakabe, 2006. 135pg. (English and Japanese). Softcover.
Publisher: The Fukuoka Art Museum, Japan
In her decade-long exploration of textile traditions among the Sa’adan Toraja of South Sulawesi, Keiko Kusakabe characterizes these fabrics as “A Gift from the Land.” This volume presents her research on ritual attire for the deceased and the sacred cloths employed in funerary ceremonies. Sa’adan Toraja textiles are deeply venerated, preserved as heirlooms across generations, and serve as a vital medium of connection between the community and its deities. Published in conjunction with an exhibition held at the Fukuoka Art Museum, Japan, from November 1 to December 26, 2006, the book highlights the distinctive warp ikat ritual cloths and batik resist-dyed banners that have long defined the visual identity of Toraja textiles. It further introduces tablet-woven fabrics—previously unknown beyond the region—as well as other ceremonial cloths produced through intricate and highly specialized weaving techniques.
Author: Thomas Murray et al. 2022. 526 pg. (English).
Publisher: Prestel. Munchen, Germany
This comprehensive volume showcases ancient textile pieces from Lampung, Batak, Dayak, and Toraja in Sulawesi, as well as rare textiles from Sumba and Timor. It features contributions from fourteen authors, including five analytical chapters that cover topics such as dyeing techniques, beading methods, motif study and interpretation, the use of metallic threads in textiles, and the application of radiocarbon dating for textiles in the Murray Collection. This book serves as an excellent, well-informed reference for textile enthusiasts.
Author: contributions by Lorraine V. Aragon, Joanna Barrkman, Christopher Buckley, Crystal Hale, Valerie Hector, Janet Alison Hoskins, Itie van Hout, Etsuko Iwanaga, Fiona Kerlogue, Eric Kjellgren, Brigitte Khan Majlis, Robyn Maxwell, Thomas Murray, Sandra Sardjono. 2022. 526pgs. (English). Hardcover.
Publisher: Prestel Publishing, California, USA
Drawn from one of the leading textile collections, this magnificently presented array of traditional weavings from the Indonesian archipelago, provides a unique window into the region’s cultures, rites and history. The objects comprise ritual clothing and ceremonial cloths, that tell us much about the traditions of pre-Islamic Indonesian cultures, as well as about the influence of regional trade with China, India, the Arab world and Europe. Geographically arranged, this volume pays particular attention to textiles from the Batak, and the Lampung regions of Sumatera, the Dayak of Borneo and the Toraja of Sulawesi, as well as rare textiles from Sumba, Timor and other islands. Original text written by leading international experts draw on the latest research to offer historical context, unravel the mysteries behind ancient iconography and provide new insights into dating and provenance.
Author: William C. Coury, 2004. 134pgs. (English). Softcover Studies in the Material Cultures of Southeast Asia Series no.6
Publisher: White Lotus, Bangkok
The book offers a comprehensive examination of the textile production processes in Insana, situating them within their broader socio-cultural and economic contexts. It explores the multifaceted functions of weaving in society, including its role in sustaining cultural identity and fostering communal solidarity. Particular attention is devoted to the formation and organization of cooperative weaving groups, which serve not only as economic collectives but also as platforms for social empowerment. Central to the discussion is the pivotal role of women, whose participation in weaving activities contributes substantially to household income generation and, more broadly, to regional economic development. In this way, the text illuminates the intersection of tradition, gender, and economic modernization in Insana’s evolving textile industry.
Author: Angela Thompson, 2007. 225pgs. (English). Hardcover
Publisher: Crowood Press, Wiltshire, England
By juxtaposing the costumes, weaving traditions, and textile techniques of diverse nations, this volume immerses readers in the cultural tapestry of Southeast Asia’s “Golden Triangle.” Its chapters traverse the tropical forests, fertile plains, and riverine landscapes of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar; the verdant rice paddies of Vietnam and Cambodia; and the storied Spice Islands encompassing Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The narrative further investigates distinctive practices such as the cultivation of silkworms and the semiotic significance embedded within woven motifs. Richly illustrated and meticulously researched, this work promises to captivate scholars and art connoisseurs alike.
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