Author: Norma Absing Respicio, 2014. 153pg. (English)
Publisher: National Commission for the Culture and the Arts, Philippines
This book examines the textile weaving traditions of various ethno-linguistic groups in the Philippines, covering their development from colonial times to the present through short narratives and archaeological findings. It includes a cultural map that highlights the characteristics, similarities, and differences among these diverse groups, serving as an introduction to more detailed discussions on Philippine textile weaves.
Author: HKPH Soelarso Basarah Soerjosoelarso & team, 2013. 160pgs. (Indonesian). Hardcover
Publisher: Paguyuban Hanebu Sauyun, Himpunan Kerabat Mangkunegaran Suryasumirat, Surakarta
The volume constitutes a penetrating lens into the royal households of Surakarta and Yogyakarta in the early twentieth century. Conceived primarily as a collective historical profile, it illuminates the progressive reign of Mangkunegara VII and the pivotal role of his principal consort, GKR Timoer—daughter of Sultan Hamengkubuwono VII—whose collaborative influence shaped Javanese cultural life, modern education, and courtly traditions. The work documents the landmark 1920 dynastic marriage that symbolically united the Mangkunegaran principality with Yogyakarta, while also tracing the contours of the couple’s domestic sphere, including notable figures such as their daughter, Gusti Nurul. Drawing upon rare archival sources, the text offers substantive contextual analysis of Javanese aristocracy as it negotiated the complexities of colonial modernity. Rather than adopting a conventional narrative form, the book is structured as a biographical archival compendium, rendering it particularly valuable to historians, scholars of royal lineages, and enthusiasts of Central Java’s cultural renaissanc
Author: Ayu Ngurah Puniari, 2011, 63pg. (Indonesian and English). Hardcover
Publisher: Indonesian Heritage Society, Jakarta
This volume represents a freely rendered English translation of Makna dan Pemakain Kain Bebali dalam Upacara Agama Hindu Bali. It is produced on premium-grade paper and enriched with newly curated, full-color photographic documentation of the kain Bebali. The publication not only preserves the aesthetic integrity of the original work but also enhances its accessibility for a broader readership, offering a visually compelling and scholarly resource on the ritual significance and ceremonial application of Balinese sacred textiles.
Author: iti Rohana, 2009. 82pgs. (Indonesian) Softcover
Publisher: Direktorat Jenderal Nilai Budaya, Seni dan Film, Departemen Kebudayaan dan Parisiwata
The textile tradition known as kain Cual, historically designated as Limar Muntok, originates from Muntok in Bangka Island, Indonesia. As the emblematic fabric of the Bangka Belitung (BABEL) province, Cual represents a syncretic weaving practice that integrates songket—a supplementary weft brocade technique characteristic of Palembang—with limar, an ikat method involving resist-binding of weft threads prior to dyeing. This study examines the historical trajectory of Cual, emphasizing its revival during the early 1990s and subsequent development as a cultural artifact. The analysis highlights the pivotal role of Mazlina Yasid and her family in sustaining and advancing the production of Cual, thereby ensuring the continuity of this distinctive textile heritage within the Indonesian Archipelago. The findings underscore the significance of Cual as both a material expression of regional identity and a dynamic site of cultural preservation and innovation.
Author: Siti Maziyah, 2022. 335pg. (Indonesian)
Publisher: Sinar Hidoep, Semarang
The book "Kain di Jawa" (Textiles in Java) is an authoritative exploration of the history of textiles in ancient Java, drawing from stone inscriptions, temple reliefs, manuscripts, and ethnographic data. Siti Maiziyah expertly reconstructs the textile practices from the 9th to the 15th century, providing comprehensive insights into their production techniques and cultural significance. She rigorously examines the clothing, textiles, and costumes that were produced, worn, and traded during this pivotal period. This work stands as an essential resource for textile enthusiasts, archaeologists, historians, and philologists alike.
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