Author: Zhao Feng, chief editor, 2015. 229pg. (English and Mandarin). Hardcover
Publisher: Zhejiang University Press, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
This volume presents seminal examples of silks and textile artifacts that illuminate the historical trajectory of silk production in China, its diffusion to the West, and the broader patterns of cultural exchange facilitated by the Silk Road. The work underscores its scholarly value by offering a comprehensive resource for examining both the technical innovations and cultural significance of silk, enriched with high-quality illustrations of artifacts curated from leading Chinese museums. Designed to engage a diverse readership, the book appeals to those seeking a general overview of the Silk Road as well as specialists in ancient textiles and Asian history. Moreover, it provides nuanced insights into the economic and political dimensions of premodern trade, situating silk as a lens through which to understand the complexities of intercultural interaction and global exchange.
Author: Marian Pastor Roces, 1991, 312pg. (English). Hardcover The Nikki Coseteng Philipiniana Series vol. 1
Publisher: NIKI Books, Pasay City, Philippines
The book is an exceptionally informative volume, distinguished by its copious and judicious use of high-quality images, accompanied by detailed explanatory text and comprehensive charts. Together, these elements vividly illuminate the diverse ethnic composition of the Philippines. Beyond its function as an aesthetically engaging coffee-table book, it serves as a valuable cultural resource for individuals seeking to preserve their Philippine heritage, as well as a practical reference for traditional costumes employed in Philippine performing arts.
Author: Suwati Kartiwa, 1992, 84pg. (Indonesian). Softcover
Publisher: Museum Nasional, Jakarta
The volume offers a comprehensive introduction to Indonesian songket textiles, drawing upon exemplary pieces from the collections of the National Museum, Himpunan Wastraprema, and the Jakarta Textile Museum, as well as from distinguished private holdings. The survey encompasses representative works originating from diverse regions, including Sumatra, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Bali, and both West and East Nusa Tenggara.
Author: Christina Udiani & Riza Mutia. 2019. 375 Pg. (Indonesian and English)
Publisher: DEKRANAS (The Indonesian Crafts Council), Jakarta
"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.
Author: H. Kiagus Zainal Arifin & Nining I. Suryadi 2006, 96pg. (Indonesian & English). Hardcover
Publisher: Dian Rakyat, Jakarta
This book introduces the famous and splendid Songket Textile, a weaving in the supplementary weft technique, displaying bright colors and exquisite gold threads. Songket has always been part of the Sriwijaya traditions, centered in Palembang on the banks of the Musi river since millennia. The book introduces pattern structures and motif variations, and explain their meanings. The book presents colorful pictures and beautiful Songkets. Te Exhibition ran from 26 February to 26 March 1981 at the Jakarta Textile Museum.
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