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National and International Publications on SEA Textiles

The Vinson Collection of Indonesian Textiles

Author: Glenn Vinson, 2023. (214 pg.) 188 color images. (in English).
Publisher: CA Book Publishing, USA.

This collection of Indonesian textiles and some related Indian textiles that were popular and influential in Indonesian usage and design came together in a series of collecting periods spanning nearly 40 years.

The YAKAN.

Author: Roxas Ahadas, 2002. 34Pgs. (English). Soft Cover. KATUTUBO - Profiles of Philippe Cultural Comunities Series
Publisher: National Commission for the Culture and the Arts

Although limited scholarly attention has been devoted to the Yakan, the author provides a substantive introduction to their cultural and historical milieu. The narrative encompasses the legendary origins of the island province Basilan and the ethnogenesis of the ethnic group Yakan, tracing their historical trajectory and rich cultural heritage. It further examines the Yakan’s experiences in conflict, their customary law, political institutions, and economic structures. In addition, the account highlights their musical traditions, religious practices, and the intricate rituals that mark the Yakan life cycle.

ULAT-ULATAN. Traditional Basketry in Bali.

Author: Fred B. Eiseman, Jr. 1999, 265pgs. (English). Softcover.
Publisher: White Lotus, Bangkok

The book offers a comprehensive examination of ulat-ulatan, the traditional art of Balinese basketry, encompassing the full spectrum of baskets and related woven artifacts produced on the island. The techniques employed in Balinese basket-making remain consistent with those observed in contemporary practice, reflecting a continuity of cultural craftsmanship. Indeed, no Balinese household can operate effectively without possessing several varieties of these artisanal products, skillfully fashioned from indigenous materials to accommodate the demands of daily life. The author—an engineer by training and a retired instructor of Physics and Chemistry—resided in Bali for a significant period. He passed away in 2013 in Arizona, United States.

ULOS PANGAIT NI HOLONG (Ulos, bridge of Affection and Love) - Catalog

Author: Torang Sitorus, 2013. 96pg. (Indonesian)
Publisher: Musium Tekstil Jakarta

The "Ulos Pangait ni Holong" exhibition was successfully held in December 2013 at the Jakarta Textile Museum, prominently featuring Ulos, the Batak shoulder cloth, from the esteemed collection of Torang Sitorus, a dedicated fashion designer and weaving artisan committed to preserving his cultural heritage. This informative catalog unequivocally presents various types of Ulos, complete with their names and concise descriptions, serving as an essential guide to the rich world of Batak Ulos textiles.

UNGKAPAN BATIK DI SEMARANG. Motif Batik Semarang-16 (BATIK EXPRESSIONS IN SEMARANG. Batik Semarang-16 motifs)

Author: Saroni Asikin, 2008, 146pg. (Indonesian). Softcover
Publisher: Citra Prima Nusantara Semarang

The book examines the stylistic features and discursive traditions of batik in Semarang, a city once renowned for its distinctive textile artistry. Batik Semarang-16, a collective of young artisans, seeks to revitalize the historical motifs of Semarang while simultaneously introducing innovative designs inspired by their own creative vision. In doing so, they not only preserve cultural heritage but also contribute to the evolving narrative of batik within contemporary society.

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