MAP OF TEXTILE DIVERSITY
SOUTHEAST ASIAN TEXTILE HERITAGE
Beadswork
Embroidery
Stitch Applique
Woven Textile
Beadswork
Embroidery
Gold metallic supplementary weft
Tie dye
Woven Textile
Bark cloths
Beadswork
Embroidery
Piña textile
Woven Textile
Batik
Beadswork
Embroidery
Bark Cloth
Batik
Beadswork
Gold metallic supplementary weft
Noken Papua
Tie Dye
Woven textile
Batik
Beadswork
Gold metallic supplementary weft
Woven textile
Enchanting
Tale across Time
The Maritime Silk Route Textile website presents an expansive map showcasing the rich textile diversity of various Southeast Asian countries: Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Brunei Darussalam, Vietnam, and Singapore. Delving into the captivating history of textiles, we invite you to explore the fascinating techniques employed in their production. From the intricacies of Indonesian and Singaporean Batik wax-resist dyeing, patching the stories of stitch applique of Hmong Vietnam, to the mastery of woven textiles, the vibrant Tie Dye patterns that evoke a sense of creativity and individuality of Thai artisans, and the unique and eco-friendly Bark Cloth and Piña textile of the Philippines. Celebrate the creative power on Southeast Asian exquisite craftsmanship of Beadswork, the Ikat traditional hand-weaving technique, and the captivating allure of gold metallic supplementary weft threads practiced in Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, and Thailand. Dive into the enchanting world of Southeast Asian textiles as we unravel the stories behind these remarkable creations.
tapestry of cultures
silk road maritime textile research documentary
A glimpse of elegance
Each fabric weaves a captivating narrative in a textile, seamlessly transmitting messages from the aura to the realm of charm. Stories come alive, feel the the power of textiles that connects worlds and evokes the deepest sense.
“Explore the hidden stories within every thread”
Southeast asian textile heritage
