1833 Antique Iban Ceremonial Ikat - Hawk Pattern Canton characterised by its spacious

characterised by its spacious

Densely embroidered stitches that make the work look like applique

In a few cases the Phad artist requests that the old Phad be retained for its artisitic value

With Tau Tau - like figures that are used in ceremonies to honor ancestors

1833 Antique Iban Ceremonial Ikat - Hawk Pattern Canton characterised by its spaciousAntique Iban Ceremonial Ikat Pua Kumbu Quite likely the Buah Lang Ngerembang Pattern 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