Author: Neneng Iskandar & Benny Gratha, 2016. 89pg. (Indonesian)
Publisher: Museum Seni & Himpunan Wastraprema
The catalogue opens with a concise introduction, leading into the impressive collection. Sulawesi is widely recognized for its exceptional traditional textiles, crafted through diverse weaving and decorating techniques. This collection proudly showcases textiles made from silk, cotton, bark cloth, and various fibers. It features prominent weaving techniques, including ikat, supplementary weft, batik, wooden cop, weaving, and tie-dye.
Author: Ria Pasaman. 2018. 177 pg. (in Indonesian/English)
Publisher: Mitra Mega Semesta
A coffee table book that presents a photographic journey through nature, culture, women weavers, Sumbanese textiles, urban weaving, and a look behind the scenes.
Author: Rahul Jain, 2011. 244pg. (English)
Publisher: Niyogi Books, New Delhi, India
This book celebrates India’s extraordinary textile art, guiding readers through a captivating visual journey that spans 500 years. It traces the breathtaking images on cloth that adorned India’s magnificent courts and temples, showcasing the striking motifs and vibrant colors of remarkable textiles that have withstood the test of time. Renowned textile researcher Rahul Jain brings to life a collection of rare textiles, once celebrated but now largely forgotten. In an era when the appreciation and study of India’s historical textiles have been relegated to academic circles and connoisseurs, this book boldly offers a comprehensive survey of the stunning and rich landscape of Indian textile arts.
Author: P. Herri Nugroho, 2022. 123pg. (Indonesian)
Publisher: Perpustakaan Nasional Indonesia PRESS
This concise book, published by the National Library of Indonesia, presents two important ancient texts: "Rasukan Hontra Kusuma Saha Kotang Kyai Gondhil" and "Bab Sinjang."The first text is a definitive 306-page translation of an old Javanese manuscript, complete with 63 illustrations. It lays down essential guidelines regarding clothing for individuals entering the royal residence and is preserved at Leiden University in the Netherlands. The second text, "Bab Sinjang," consists of 28 pages and features 48 illustrations. It serves as a crucial guide for creating batik, detailing dyes, listing 47 motifs, and providing specific recommendations for color palettes. This manuscript is an invaluable resource housed in the Indonesian National Library.
Author: Peter Lee, 2014. 352pg. (English)
Publisher: Asian Civilization Museum
This book definitively examines the history of Peranakan women's costumes, highlighting the sarong, kebaya, and baju panjang. It assertively transcends these garments to investigate crucial themes such as language, women's roles, trade, slavery, community, and education. With an impressive array of historical photographs and stunning images from a significant donation to the Peranakan Museum, as well as a private collection, this striking work by independent scholar Peter Lee is an essential reference, backed by thoroughly documented sources.
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