1841 Antique Pua Kumbu Iban Ceremonial Ikat / Blue / Trophy Skulls Sindh each almost with some sort

each almost with some sort of unique expression - are fantastic

Old Sikh Art - Painted Manuscript with Gurmukhi Script & Kashmir School Painting

The strong red border reins in  the free-spirited artwork

Painted using natural colors

The gap between the edges is closed using mechanical tools after it is worn by the bride and is never taken off

1841 Antique Pua Kumbu Iban Ceremonial Ikat / Blue / Trophy Skulls Sindh each almost with some sortAntique 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