Author: Rens Heringa, 1993,48pg. (Dutch language).
Publisher: Vrienden van het Museon, Den Haag, Netherlands
The catalogue was produced to accompany an exhibition of the same title, held at the Museon in The Hague from 28 January to 2 May 1994. It showcases a distinguished selection of textiles originating from Palembang—renowned for its resplendent silks interwoven with gold threads—and from Jambi, celebrated for its cotton batiks rendered in vivid hues of blue and red. Where feasible, the motifs are contextualized through social and historical interpretation, thereby illuminating their cultural significance. The works derive from the Museon’s collection, assembled primarily by Dutch civil servants during their tenure in the Dutch East Indies between the early 1900s and 1940.
Author: Editorial Team, 2005, 36pg. (Spanish & English). Softcover. Catalog
Publisher: Himpunan Wastraprema, Jakarta
The exhibition was convened at the Indonesian Embassy in Madrid from 21 to 27 April 2005. It showcased an exceptional selection of traditional Indonesian textiles drawn from the private collections of Wastraprema members. This cultural presentation not only highlighted the aesthetic richness and technical mastery of Indonesia’s textile heritage but also underscored the role of Wastraprema in safeguarding and promoting these artisanal traditions within an international context.
Author: Sheila Paine, 1990, 192pg. (English). Softcover
Publisher: Thames and Hudson, London
One of the earliest volumes to undertake a detailed examination of the symbolism embedded within the motifs and designs that animate exquisite embroidered textiles presents a remarkable panorama of embroidery traditions from across the globe. The text, both engaging and authoritative, elucidates the intricate relationship between these designs and the diverse religions, cultural practices, and ritualistic traditions from which they emerge. The work is further enriched by a comprehensive regional guide, offering readers a systematic framework for understanding the geographical breadth and cultural depth of embroidery.
Author: Catalogue. 2014. 88pg. (English)
Publisher: Mosman Art Gallery, NSW, Australia.
This catalog was published in conjunction with an exhibition with the same name at the Mosman Art Gallery in Australia. It showcases Indonesian textiles from the collection of Dr. John Yu AC and Dr. George Saoutter AM. The book includes essays by Siobhan Campbell, along with a display of textiles and other objects from Bali.
Author: Juni K.F. Djamaloeddin et al. 2014. 195pg. (English)
Publisher: Indonesian Crafts Council / DEKRANAS, Jakarta
Ornaments are deeply connected to the values of the communities that create them. In Kalimantan, they hold significant cultural importance for the Dayak tribe, showcasing motifs inspired by the local flora, fauna, and human environment of the forests. This book organizes ornaments according to the materials used, including stone, tattoos, textiles, weaving, beads, and wood. Each material features distinct processing techniques that reflect its role in Dayak cosmology.
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