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Birkitts Books presents ... Indonesian and Other Asian Textiles: A Common Heritage (Kain Indonesia Dan Negara Asia Lainnya Sebagai Warisan Budaya) Author: Jenderal Kebudayaan Publisher: Proyek Pembinaan Museum Nasional Release Date: 1994 Seller Category: Art Qty Available: 1 Condition: Used: Acceptable Sku: 250831013 Notes: Scarce. Text in English and Indonesian. Minor shelf wear, binding tight, 1 page is loose, all other pages are intact at this time, pages clean and unmarked. Translated from Indonesian: "Textiles generally have two meanings: as a covering and as a work of art and technique. In this second meaning, they are a medium for expressing ideas. Within the scope of a particular tradition, they are especially imbued with established ideas, reinforced by a system of symbols unique to that tradition.Through traditional textiles, we can see the richness of cultural heritage not only in the techniques, patterns, and types of fabrics used, but more deeply, we can see the various functions and meanings of fabrics in people's lives, reflecting the beliefs, customs, ways of thinking, and identity of a cultured nation. The Traditional Fabric Exhibition, accompanied by publications, showcases the development of traditional Indonesian fabrics, as well as the cultural contacts between several Asian countries from ancient times to the present, which have influenced the patterns and development of traditional fabrics. On this occasion, no fewer than 188 pieces of traditional textiles from Indonesia and several other Asian countries, including India, Pakistan, China, Myanmar, Thailand, the Philippines, Laos, and Japan, were exhibited. Contemporary Indonesian clothing and fabrics, rooted in and growing from existing traditional textile cultures, were also exhibited. All of this was intended to inspire and increase public awareness of the importance of traditional textiles as part of the nation's cultural heritage." Don't forget to check out other great deals in our Store!!