1971 Antique Pua Kumbu Iban Ceremonial Ikat material_fossil 206cm x 93cm

206cm x 93cm

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The intention of the genre was to combine the best of the different regional styles of batik

128 x 250 cm

1971 Antique Pua Kumbu Iban Ceremonial Ikat material_fossil 206cm x 93cmAntique Iban Ceremonial Ikat Pua Kumbu Among the Iban, textiles are treasured as they are more than just objects made of fibre. In some cultures, such as the Iban, textiles have played a major, if not central role, in all the ceremonies surrounding the important events in life. Power structures among women are based on dyeing and weaving skills. Perhaps the most important materials owned by families were textiles. Ikat textiles are among the hardest