Letter Openers - Canadian Society for Asian Arts

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Letter Openers - Canadian Society for Asian Arts
Letter
Openers
Date: 2010
Material: Nyireh
batu wood, a
species of mangrove tree
Maker: Samri and Lijah (Mah Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
Traditional Mah Meri masks inspired the design of these carved
sculptural letter-openers. These well-crafted, authentic carvings
are popular among tourist-collectors often shopping for lightweight gifts for friends and families on return travel to their homes.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Betel Boxes
Kampil /pati kzau, Betel Boxes
Date: 2009
Materials: Wood, lampblack-didu
and leaf sap binder-vandahan
Maker: Jaitin Motangon, (Rungus)
Region: Kudat, Sabah
The light natural coloured surfaces of the wooden boxes are first
dyed with lampblack and leaf sap. These traditionally inspired
designs are hand carved into the wood. In recent years these boxes
have been scaled down from the traditional large box format to
create smaller boxes. These boxes are used to store jewellery and
other items or used as a gift box.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Pandanus
pouch
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Bujam Sepit, pandanus pouch
Date: 2011
Materials: Hake, processed, dyed
pandanus strips
Maker: Gandoi Peah (Mah Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
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5
Bujam Lipo’ Halus,
curlwork pouch
Date: 2011
Material: Hake, processed, dyed
pandanus strips
Maker: Isam@Ramlan’n Layok
(Mah Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
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Bujam Lipo, curlwork pouch
Date: 2011
Material: Hake, processed, dyed
pandanus strips
Maker: Mukot@ Kukot Karam
(Mah Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
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Kepit Mengkuang, pandanus box
Date: 2011
Material: Hake, processed, dyed
pandanus strips
Maker: Liah (Jakun)
Region: Kg. Simpai, Pekan,
Pahang
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Pandanus strips (hake) are prepared by the weavers from pandanus
plant leaves gathered from garden plantings or purchased from
local markets. The pouches were originally used to contain tobacco,
betel quid or money. These days, the colourful pouches are used as
purses, card-holders and covers for hand phones.
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Bujam Sepit Kasar, pandanus
pouch
Date: 2011
Material: Hake, processed, dyed
pandanus strips
Maker: Ganda Yad (Mah Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
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Bujam Sepit, pandanus pouch
Date: 2011
Material: Hake, processed, dyed
pandanus strips
Maker: Gandai Pelah (Mah Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
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Bujam Sepit, pandanus pouch
Date: 2011
Material: Hake, processed, dyed
pandanus strips
Maker: Jura (Mah Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun Pulau
Carey, Selangor
Ancestor Flowers
Festive
Decorations
Date: 2011
Material: Woven nipah leavelets
Makers: Tompoq Topoh, Woman’s
‘First Weave’ Initiative group, (Mah
Meri)
Region: Kg.Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
These “anyaman dawud “ decorative woven and plaited strips are
used as decorations for ceremonies and to honour the spirits. They
are also used for weddings, birthdays, funerals and prayers for
special occasions.
Most of the decorative forms are crafted from nipah palm leaves.
There are many symbolic designs, some with names like gombe
(dolphine) and keris (traditional knives).
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Jah Re-Noi
Jungle Puzzle
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Jah re-noi, Jungle Puzzle
Date: 2010
Materials: Chong, Rattan and
nylon string
Maker: Raman Bah Tuin (Semai)
Region: Kg. Rantau, Ringlet,
Cameron Highland, Pahang
Jah re-noi, Jungle Puzzle
Date: 2010
Materials: Chong, Rattan and
nylon string
Maker: Babola (Semai)
Region: Kuala Lipis, Pahang
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“In old days the men would take these puzzles on trips to the
jungle. If they cannot solve this game they believe they will not be
able to find your way jungle. Today boys and girls play this game
and they just for the fun of it. I sell these puzzles to many tourists
both Malay and visitors from around the world that visit the Orang
Asli Museum in Gombak” –Noraishah, age 11
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Tudung Saji
Food Covers
Tudung Saji, Food Covers
Date: 2011
Material: Dyed pandanus strips
Maker: Unknown, (Bajau)
Region: Kota Belud, Sabah
“The tudung saji is a type of food cover used by Malaysians,
especially those in rural areas. The food covers are woven in a
specific technique called triaxial or hexagonal weave, where
the strands are plaited in three directions. The brilliant colours
and patterns in this collection are enjoyed for their mathematical
geometry, artistry and function.” -Daud Mohamad,
Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences (UITM)
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
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Ikat
Sashes
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Sash
Date: 2010
Materials: Cotton, Engkerebai
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leaves dye
Maker: Marry Jenoh (Iban)
Region: Batu Kawa, Sarawak
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Sash
Date: 2010
Materials: Cotton, Engkerebai
leaves dye
Maker: Menggan Anak Oton
(Iban)
Region: Meradong, Sarawak
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“The sash was worn during festivals by beauty queens. Today we
wear the sash for a modern way. An Iban weaver who excelled
in skill and was spiritually strong enough to realize the potent
designs revealed to her in dreams, received the title ‘orang pandai’
(learned) and respect equal to that enjoyed by a successful
warrior.”—Kim Jane Saunders.
Sash
Date: 2010
Materials: Cotton, Engkerebai
leaves dye
Maker: Shirley Vilan Anak Ikok
(Iban)
Region: Pending, Kuching,
Sarawak
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Textiles selected from the Tung Jugah Foundation
Sash
Date: 2010
Materials: Cotton, Engkerebai
leaves dye
Maker: Santy Anak Nyuin (Iban)
Region: Apong,
Kuching, Sarawak
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Sash
Date: 2010
Materials: Cotton, Engkerebai
leaves dye
Maker: Tida Anak Banta (Iban)
Region: Batu Kawa, Sarawak
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Sash
Date: 2010
Materials: Cotton, Engkerebai
leaves dye
Maker: Marry Anak Nyuin (Iban)
Region: Meradong, Sarawak
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
ContainersBaskets
Date: 2011
Material: Rattan
Maker: Unknown, (Penan)
Region: Long Iman, Mulu,
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Sarawak
The nomadic Penan people of Sarawak are famous for their finely
made band mats all traditionally made with natural rattan fibres,
geometric patterns and colours.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Fish trap
Bubu Pachok, “Pregnant” fishtrap
Date: 2009
Materials: Palm fibre and rattan
Maker: Angah Anjang, (Temiar)
Region: Kg. Peralong, Kuala Betis,
Gua Musang, Kelantan
Different fish traps are used to fish from either slow or fast-moving
streams, they are designed and produced in a diverse range of
forms to enable the capture of both large and small fish.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Ancestor
Masks
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Moyang Tok Naning
Date: 2011
Materials: ‘Nyireh
Batu’ wood
Maker: Alias Bin Sayor (Mah
Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
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Moyang Bojos
Date: 2011
Materials: ‘Nyireh
Batu’ wood
Maker: Alias Bin Sayor (Mah
Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
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Ancestral masks in this grouping were carved at the community
carving shed at Carey Island.
“I learned how to make the mask since I was 17. My teacher was
my grandfather and dad. Today I enjoy making the different
masks.”– Alias Bin Sayor
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Kucau
Water Scoops
Kucau, Water scoop
Date: 2011
Materials: Areca
palm sheath,
dried rattan
Maker: Kampit Ayo (Semelai)
Region: Kg. Gao, Pos Iskandar,
Tasek Bera, Pahang
Traditionally, Kucau were used while bathing or for scooping up
water from a shallow well or river creek. These days Kucau are used
to serve food, as planters and for other decorative and functional
purposes.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Kerton
Stacking
Containers
“Three in One Nesters”
Date: 2010
Materials: : Processed and dyed
pandanus strips
Maker: Salbiah Tan (Jakun)
Region: Kg. Simpai, Pekan,
Pahang
Kerton were, traditionally, small containers for used for keeping
gambir, areca nut or tobacco. The striking colours and geometric
forms look, very much like modern designs. They can be rearranged and used for storage containers or as decorative
sculptural objects.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Blowpipes,
darts and
containers
Blowpipes Blau, Leug darts &
containers
Date: 2010
Materials: Smoked
bamboo, palm fibre, wood and
rattan
Maker: Busu Ngah, (Temiar)
Region: Gua Musang, Kelantan
Blowpipes are weapons used throughout indigenous communities
in Malaysia. It is a hunting tool for live food such as squirrels, wild
boar and birds. An experienced hunter can accurately hit his target
at marvelous speed with a single blow at one end of the blowpipe.
These blow pipes are used for outdoor sport (supervision required).
Although scaled-down, these blowpipes are usable; the darts are
kept in the leug container.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Floor
Mats
Date: 2011
Materials: Screwpine
Maker: Maznah Anak
Unyan and
Julida Binti Uju (Mah Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
One of the most iconic Malaysian design is the traditional floor
mat used for sleeping or as floor carpets during the day. “We make
the mats from Mengkuang leaves. We started planting since 2007
and then the government gave us funds to replant. It takes one 1
1/2 years for the leaves to mature. Our teachers were our parents
passed on from one generation to the other. We feel proud doing
this weaving because it our contribution to our villages…our
husbands are proud that we weave.” – Maznah Anak Unyan
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Tudung Duang
Food Covers
Tudung Duang
Food cover-container set
Date: 2011
Material: Serdang leaves, dyed
thread and nails
Maker: Sadi b. Basar @ Basa,
(Bajau)
Region: Kota Belud, Sabah
Tudung Duang is the local (Kota Belud, Sabah, Malaysia) version
of a food cover made from pandanus leaves to protect your food
from flies and insects. They also make nice decorative items, being
available in bright colours, sometimes with motifs.
Serdang handicrafts are traditionally handwoven by the Bajau
community. Home made dyes are used to turn them into a variety
of colours.They are then sewn together to form pattern on the
Tudung Duang. Besides being used traditionally as food covers, it is
also used nowadays as beautiful home decorations.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Pua
Cloth
Pua Cloth
Date: 2010
Materials: Cotton, morinda
mengkudu root dye
Maker: Janun Anak Jilin (Iban)
Region: Sungai Kian, Sarawak &
Tun Jugah Foundation, Kuching,
Sarawak
“In the early days there were no blankets, so we made them to
cover (pua) the body for sleep. Pua patterns have been used to
adorn modern dresses, shirt and scaft—proudly worn by Iban
during celebrations and party functions. The interest in weaving is
definitely on the increase. In many ways, Ikat fabrics could be ‘the
ties that bind’ Ibans closer together.”
–Datin Amar Margaret Linggi, The Ties that Bind, Iban Ikat
Weaving.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Clay
Beads
Date: 2011
Materials: glazed ceramic
Maker: Lun Bawan women
Region: Lawas, Sarawak
....”The indigenous people of Sarawak have since long ago been
associated with beadwork for adornment as well as for ceremonial
purposes. Here, beads tradition goes back to the very remote past.
Because traditional beads are scarce now, we started making these
ceramic beads”.... –Patricia Busak (Lun Bawang)
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Bangles and
Finger Rings
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3
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Bangles
Date: 2011
Materials: Rattan, fern fibre
Maker: Along Betis (Temiar)
Region: Pos Tohoi, Gua Musang,
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2
Kelantan
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Bangles and rings
Date: 2011
Materials: Rattan, fern fibre
Maker: Daie Pandak (Temiar)
Region: Pos Balar, Gua Musang,
Kelantan
Bangle-bracelets
Date: 2011
Materials: Paku Pakis. ferm fibre
Maker: Egim Along (Orang Ulu)
Region: Uma Kahei, Longhouse.
The design of fiber coil work, used to weave leug (blowpipe dart
covers), inspired the crafting of these new product. The ornamental
bangles and rings in this grouping are created from rattan vine split
into four loops which provide framework for the bangle. In olden
days bangles were worn to protect the person from harmful spirits.
Belaga, Sarawak
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Hand Rings
Date: 2011
Materials:
Paku Pakis, fern fibre,
rattan
Maker: Egim Kahei (Orang Ulu)
Region: Uma Kahei, Longhouse,
Belaga, Sarawak
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
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Functional
Baskets
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2
2
Kitchen Sieves
Date: 2011
Materials: Bamboo and rattan
Maker: Rity ak Ningkan (Iban)
Region: Kg. Entayan Keropok,
Serian, Sarawak
Shallow Trays
Date: 2011
Material: Processed donax strips
(Striped giant reed)
Maker: Yongkokos Bandaak
@Ongloko and Juvita Gani (Dusun)
Region: Kg. Topokan, Tuaran,
Sabah
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Rock Sugar Containers
Date: 2010
Material: Striped bamboo
Maker: Edwin Sijan, (Bidayuh)
Region: Serian, Sarawak
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Rinago round containers
Date: 2011
Materials: Rattan and Lingkong
Maker: Nuriah Bt. Jamirun
(Rungus)
Region: Kudat, Sabah
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Nyiru, Winnowing Tray
Date: 2010
Material: Rattan, bamboo
Maker:Unknown, Temiar
Region: Kuala Kangsar, Pera
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Ambung /Raga
Date: 2010
Material: Rattan, bamboo
Maker:Unknown, (Temiar/Semai)
Region: Sg. Siput, Perak
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6
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These functional sieves are still in use today in the homes of
Malaysians in spite of the availability of inferior plastic examples.
The sieves, trays and containers included in this grouping are
collected by home-makers, tourists and museums alike. In
indigenous communities around the globe, baskets are made,
primarily for functional purposes, although craftsmanship and
beauty have always been a factor in their design. The functional
objects in this grouping of baskets include sieves, storage boxes and
containers. Malaysian baskets reflect the diversity of indigenous
communities who are inspired and influenced by generations of
weavers and diffusion from others throughout Southeast Asia.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Percussion
Instruments
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Bungkau, Jaw harp
Date: 2010
Material: Polod palm stalk
Maker: A. Topin, (Kadazandusun)
Region: Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
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Harp
3
Kiromboi, Rain-maker
Date: 2011
Materials: Local snail shell,
bamboo
Maker: Unknown, (Bidayuh)
Region: Bao, Sarawak
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Canang / Bendai , Flat gong
Date: 2009
Material: Brass
Maker: Darwin (Rungus)
Region: Matunggong, Kudat,
Sabah
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Ketebong, War Drum
Date: 2010
Materials: Ironwood, goat skin,
rattan
Maker: Unknown, (Iban
Region: Sarawak
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Balimbing / Buzzer
Date: 2010
Material: Bamboo
Maker: Unknown
Region: Sabah
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2
Date: 2011
Material: Bamboo
Maker: Unknown, (Temiar)
Region: Perak
“Gong culture permeates South East Asia and Borneo, and there
are many types of gong music ranging from court to village
music. However the region is rich with other unique percussion
instruments. Many of these imitated the rich sounds and rhythms
of the jungle insects that were the time keepers, marking each
hour of the day or night with specific sounds. Many of these local
Malaysian percussion instruments have found their way to
musician’s collections around the world, and can be heard on CDs
and movie soundtracks that enter our homes on a regular basis.”
–Randy Raine-Reusch, Artistic Director, Consultant, Composer,
Concert Artist
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Costume
Dolls
Date: 2012
Materials: Acrylic
2
yarn, kapok,
beads and recycled materials.
Maker: Heidi Munan
Region: Kuching, Sarawak
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Iban couple
2
Bidayuh couple
3
Kelabit and Lun Bawang ladies
4
Orang Ulu couple
5
Melanau couple
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3
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The knitted dolls were created to develop a new product, depicting
stylized version of Sarawak’s traditional costumes. My close-knit
family is not unlike the multi-racial population at large! says Swissborn Heidi Munan, who is married to an Iban and has a truly
international extended family.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
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Hats
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2
3
4
Tempok
Date: 2010
Material: Daun mengkuang
(Screwpine)
Maker: Unknown, (Temiar)
Region: Sg. Siput, Perak
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Tempok
Date: 2010
Material: Tobacco grass
Maker: Unknown, (Temiar)
Region: Sg. Siput, Perak
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Topi, Hat
Date: 2010
Material: Rattan
Maker: Unknown, (Bidayuh)
Region: Serian, Sarawak
Indigenous “Topi” and “Tempok” hats were created to keep people
cool, protected from the sun and for ceremonial-festive occasions.
These days both traditional and new hat designs are created for
“Welcome Ceremonies” and are a popular fashion statement.
These well-crafted hats are purchased by tourist and other fashion
conscious women and men from around the globe.
Topi, Hat
Date: 2010
Material: Rattan
Maker: Dayak Weavers
in
collaboration with Edric Ong,
Design Consultant
Region: Rumah Garie Longhouse,
Ulu Kapit, Sarawak
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Tapung Sek- Female Headdress
Date: 2010
Materials: Glass beads, pineapple
fiber, human hair, goat fur
Maker: Balu Bungan (Kenyah
Orang Ulu)
Region: Baram, Miri, Sarawak
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Tapung Sek- Male Headdress
Date: 2010
Materials: Glass beads, pineapple
fiber, human hair, goat fur
Maker: Balu Bungan (Kenyah
Orang Ulu)
Region: Baram, Miri, Sarawak
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Seraung Dusan Hat
Date: 2010
Materials: Selingkawang, rattan
Makers: Margaret bt. Kiet and
John B. Poulus (Dusun)
Region: Papar, Sabah
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Woman’s Hat-Head gear
Date: 2010
Materials: Bemban
, bamboo,
ruambutan and mengkudu leaves
for natural dyes
Maker: Mahida Rikit (Murut)
Region: Keningau, Sabah
Woman’s Hat
Date: 2010
Materials: Ilad root, nuper
tangang bark
Maker: Maria bt. Palong
(Lundayeh)
Region: Sipitang, Sabah
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Longhouse
Days
Longhouse Days
Date: 2011
Materials: Off-set lithography
Maker: Jainal Amambing
(Rungus)
Region: Kudat, Sabah
....“Many of Jainal’s paintings and illustrations depict the
traditional lifestyles of indigenous people in Sabah…Detailed
illustrations and simple words bring to life memories of a boyhood
spent in the Rungus longhouse and a world that is rapidly
disappearing.”....
–Editor Daphane Lee, Publisher of Oneredflower.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
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Bead
Necklaces
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Bead necklaces
Date: 2010
Material: Imported glass beads
Maker: Unknown (Rungas)
Region: Kudat, Sabah
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Botanical bead necklaces
Date: 2008
Material: Keryel seeds
Maker: Ranman Bah Tuin (Semai)
Region: Batu 12, Gombak,
Selangor
Bead necklaces
Date: 2011
Materials: Glass beads and
thread
Maker: Nonjiring Mantuku,
Inohiying @ Lonnie Ligon (Rungus)
Region: Kudat, Sabah
“The oldest beads yet discovered in Peninsula Malaysia, dating
from about 2500 years ago, were found inside a granite grave in the
Bernam Valley of south Perak.” In most parts of the world, beads
have been used for trade, currency and show of status.
This grouping of necklaces contrasts of necklaces crafted from
colourful glass beads and natural botanical seeds. Glass and
ceramic beads have been imported into Malaysia over the
centuries. What distinguishes the beads as Malaysian is how
they have been strung and fashioned into necklaces, hats, beads,
bracelets, charms, and garments. This is how the beads of
Malaysia, particularly Sarawak and Sabah are distinguished.
Sources: : Zuliskandar Ramli, Nik Hassan Shuhaimi, Nik Abdul Rahman: Beads
Trade in Peninsular Malaysia.
Based on Archeological Evidence, National University of Malaysia. Heidi Munon
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Tattoos
sketches
and tools
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2
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Pantang Rekung, throat tattoos
Date: 2012
Materials: Felt tip on paper
Maker: Allanstair Dend (Iban)
Region: Kuching, Sarawak
Anak Gajah Berimbai, Young
elephant
Date: 2012
Materials: Felt tip on paper
Maker: Allanstair Dend (Iban)
Region: Kuching, Sarawak
Kayu Tatuk, Tapping stick and
tapper
Date: 2012
Materials: Felt tip on paper
Maker: Allanstair Dend (Iban)
Region: Kuching, Sarawak
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“I learned the tradition of Iban tattooing by researching in Iban
communities across Sarawak. I hope to pass on my experience to
future generations and to express myself and Iban tradition.”
–Allanstair Dend
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Wind
Instruments
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Suling, Three hole flute
Date: 2008
Materials: bamboo, incised
green dye
Maker: Pak Sijian (Bidayuh)
Region: Bao, Sarawak
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1
2
2
Berinchoyo, Seven hole flute
Date: 2008
Materials: Bamboo, incised red
dye
Maker: Pak Sijian (Bidayuh)
Region: Bao/Kuching, Sarawak
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Sompoton, Mouth organ
Date: 2010
Materials: Bamboo, gourd,
selingkawang, rattan
Maker: George B. Nuli (Kadazan
dusun)
Region: Kota Belud, Sabah
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“Malaysia is home to a number of unique musical instruments
made with care using traditional methods. Although endangered
for many years by a political push to modernize the indigenous
people, there is a growing awareness in Malaysia of the importance
of these unique communities found in both peninsular and East
Malaysia. Musical instruments were associated with almost
every aspect of daily life in these communities, from courtship to
tattooing, and from planting to headhunting. These traditions are
growing partially with the success of the Rainforest World Music
Festival in Sarawak, each year bringing thousands of tourists to the
region looking for authentic traditional culture”
–Randy Raine-Reusch, Artistic Director, Consultant, Composer,
Concert Artist
Sompoton, Mouth organ
Date: 2010
Materials: Bamboo, gourd,
selingkawang, rattan
Maker: George B. Nuli (Kadazan
Dusan)
Region: Kota Belud, Sabah
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Tu-wet, Hunting flute
Date: 2010
Materials: Awed, Smoked
bamboo
Maker: Bah Muda, (Semai)
Region: Kuala Lipis, Pahang
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Si-oi, Nose Flute
Date: 2010
Materials: Awed, incised bamboo
Maker: Bah Muda, (Semai)
Region: Kuala Lipis, Pahang
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Pensol, Si-oi, Nose Flute
Date: 2010
Materials: Awed, incised bamboo
Maker: Bah Muda, (Semai)
Region: Kuala Lipis, Pahang
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
Sape
and Shield
1
1
Sape
Date: 2112
Material: Ironwood
Maker: Mathew Ngan
(Orang
Ulu)
Region: Kpf. Atas, Singai, Bau,
Sarawak
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2
Ceremonial Dance Shield
Date: 2012
Materials: Rubberwood
Maker: Liag Ngau (Orang Ulu)
Region: Kpf. Atas, Singai, Bau,
Sarawak
“The sape is a lute-like instrument used by the Kenyah/Kayan
people. The painted motif represents plants and creatures found in
the rainforest. I learned from the old people in the longhouse how
to play and create sapes”– Mathew Ngau
Red, black and white colour the motifs on the surface of this
traditionally inspired shield, similar to historical examples.
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
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Collars, Sashes
and Apron
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1
2
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Circular collar
Date: 2011
Materials: Glass beads
Maker: Julian Anak Embose
(Bidayuh)
Region: Kuching, Sarawak
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3
Necklace
Date: 2011
Materials:
Glass beads and
strings
Maker: Nonjiring Mantuku and
Inohiying @ Lonnie Ligon (Rungus)
Region: Kudat, Sabah
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Apron
Date: 2011
Materials: Recycled plastic beads
Maker: Ping and Mata Lian
Indigenous people of Sarawak have since long ago been associated
with beadwork for adornment as well as ceremonial purpose. This
grouping contains collars, sashes and an apron used for dance
costumes.
(Orang Ulu)
Region: Rumah Mulu, Panjang,
Sarawak
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
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Baskets
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Takinan
Date: 2010
Material: Rattan, bamboo, dye
Maker: Unknown (Murat)
Region: Kg. Sanang, Tenom,
Sabah
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Seed Basket
Date: 2010
Material: Sellingkawang, rattan
Maker: Busak bt. Sarah (Murut)
Region: Kg. Sanang, Tenom,
Sabah
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3
4
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Seed Basket
Date: 2010
Material: Sellingkawang, rattan
Maker: Busak bt. Sarah (Murut)
Region: Kg. Sanang, Tenom,
Sabah
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7
Thorny Lidded Basket
Date: 2011
Materials: Hake, processed
pandansus strips and dye
Maker: Khalijah (Mah Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
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Thorny Lidded Basket
Date: 2011
Materials: Hake, processed
pandanus strips and dye
Maker: Julida Uju (Mah Meri)
Region: Kg. Sg. Bumbun, Pulau
Carey, Selangor
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Container
Date: 2010
Material: Seke, processed
pandanus strips and fern fibre
Maker: Aban Ayan (Temier)
Region: Pos Tohoi, Gua Musang,
Kelantan
Baskets known as “takinan” are a rural community project at Murat
longhouse in Sabah. Takinan are made from strips of young ‘simbotuon’
or ‘puss’ bamboo. Natural dyes are used, red from the mengkudu roots or
dragon’s blood from the fruits of climbing rattan: black, from the leaves and
stalk of the indigo plants. Basketwork is generally done by women while the
collection and preparation of the material is done by both men and women.
The colourful and decorative thorny durian-looking baskets are called Sungu’
duri were originally designed to contain areca nut shavings.
The distinction between “useful” and “beautiful” (more modern than you
would think) does not occur in Sarawak handiwork. Nearly every object that
is used is decorated, and everything that is decorated is used, such as bamboo
containers with their tendril designs scratched into them. “Kami Iban bumai”
(we iban grow hill rice) is a saying that implies that their whole life, culture
and religion are based on rice farming.
Source: Jean –Francois Blehaut, Iban Baskets
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Seed Carrier
Date: 2010
Materials:
Rattan and bamboo,
dye
Maker: Unknown (Orang
Region: Sawawak
MALAYSIA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES APPLIED ARTS EXHIBITION
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