Library

National and International Publications on SEA Textiles

SILK WEAVING. Intangible Heritage of Korea and China

Author: 2018. 187pg. (Korean, English and Chinese)
Publisher: China National Silk Museum & National Intangible Heritage Center

The book is designed to accompany an exhibition of the same name. This exhibition explores the history of sericulture and showcases silk weaving techniques from Korea and China, along with the subsequent cultures that emerged from these practices. The book provides an overview of the development of silk weaving in both Korea and China.

SONGKET MINANGKABAU. The Tapestries of West Sumatra.

Author: Christina Udiani & Riza Mutia. 2019. 375 Pg. (Indonesian and English)
Publisher: DEKRANAS (The Indonesian Crafts Council)

"The Tapestries of West Sumatra" is the first publication focused on the rich tradition of songket in many years. It showcases the largest unpublished collection of the Adityawarman Museum in Padang and provides a detailed illustrated explanation of the traditional costumes from eighteen nagari (districts) of West Sumatra.

Sole-Oha by Toraja Melo Celebrating Lives, Weaving Togetherness - Catalog

Author: Dinny and Nina Yusuf, 2016. 55pg. (English)
Publisher: Toraja Melo

In her foreword, Judi Achjadi acknowledges the essential support provided by Toraja Melo in Adonara and Lembata. The Sole Oha exhibition powerfully showcases the textiles of these regions on a global platform while preserving their distinct local identity. Toraja Melo is committed to enhancing the income of local weavers, directly benefiting their families. The initiatives led by Toraja Melo are invaluable and deserving of strong support.

TAIS HUSI BOBONARO: The Textiles of Bacau, Timor Leste

Author: Secretary of State for Arts and Culture in Timor Leste, 2018.
Publisher: Timor Aid 2018. Pg. (English Portuguese, and Tetum)

This book is published in a series on the traditional textile production of Bacau district, one of the 13 municipalities of Timor Leste.

TAIS HUSI BOBONARO: The Textiles of Bobonaro, Timor Leste

Author: Secretary of State for Arts and Culture in Timor Leste, 2017.
Publisher: Timor Aid 2017. Pg. (English Portuguese, and Tetum)

This book is published in a series on the traditional textile production of Bobonaro district, one of the 13 municipalities of Timor Leste.

Page 28 of 37