Ikats of Savu: Women Weaving History in Eastern Indonesia

DUGGAN, Genevieve
ISBN: 9747534673 Category:

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CRAFT. The book explores the links between mythology and weaving of the island of Savu and examines how textiles have formed the fabric of Savunese society throughout time. Ikat weavings of Savu are exceptional in the sense that they act as markers of historical events. They have a heraldic significance and can be “read” like a text. They also form a language expressing the socio-political structure of Savunese society. In this era of globalization and the resulting threat to small-scale societies it is the author’s hope that this book will contribute to the protection of the work of traditional weavers and to the recognition of their unique cultural heritage.
xiv, 152 p. : ill. (some col.), maps, ports., geneal. tables ; 30 cm. (A little shelf wear to top edge of rear cover, otherwise Fine.) #041221

Additional Information

AuthorDUGGAN, Genevieve
Number of pagesxiv, 152 p. : ill. (some col.), maps, ports., geneal. tables ; 30 cm.
PublisherWhite Lotus Press, Bangkok
Year Published2001
Binding Type

Softcover

Book Condition

Near Fine

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