Author: Sri Sintasari (Neneng) Iskandar, 2019. 58pg. (Indonesian).
Publisher: -
This catalog printed on the occasion of the 43th anniversary of Himpunan Wastraprema featuring an exhibition with the same title showcases the different techniques of embellishing textiles through hand- or machine-embroidery.
Author: Hwei-Fe’n Cheah, 2010. 384pg.
Publisher: NUS Press, Singapore
Beadwork is an essential skill for Peranakan Chinese girls, prominently featured in weddings and significant events that resonate throughout the community. Nyonya beadwork is not just a craft; it is a fundamental aspect of the Peranakan social hierarchy, embodying the community's evolving ideals and lifestyles. The history of Nyonya beadwork powerfully illustrates the cultural transformation of the Peranakan Chinese community.
Author: Janneke van Dijk et al., 2012. 152pg. (English)
Publisher: KIT Publishers – Tropen Museum
This book offers an overview of one of the world's most significant collections of colonial photography and is the fourth in a series about the Tropen Museum. Featuring over 120 full-color photographs, it explores the changing attitudes toward the collection over the past 150 years and its various uses by the museum.
Author: Gillian Green, 2008. 163pg. (English)
Publisher: River Books, Bangkok
Cambodian silk textiles stand out as unique examples in mainland Southeast Asia, with antique pieces prominently featuring detailed Theravada Buddhist themes. Additionally, a distinct style showcases imagery of a bird, snake, and tree of life, rooted in a different tradition. Research firmly establishes that these textiles symbolize the celebrations held at the end of the rainy season in Cambodia.
Author: Randy M. Madrid, PhD, 2023. 280pg. (English)
Publisher: Far Eastern University & HABI
This book explores the development of piña, highlighting its current state as a valuable fabric that requires intricate production steps. In a world of artificial materials, piña is a genuine natural fiber. It also examines how piña will adapt to the future.
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