Book
Malay industries: arts and crafts
Printed by J. E. Wallace at the F. M. S. Govt. Press • (1) • Published In 1925 • Pages: vi, 88
By: Winstedt, Richard.
Abstract
This study discusses Malay crafts, including carpentry and boatbuilding, metal work, mats, baskets, and pottery as well as weaving (including spinning, dyeing and cord making). Former techniques used in these crafts are described in detail and the influences of other cultures and the trends of modern days are pointed out. The author gives his appraisal of the artistic value of Malay work, singling out silk weaving and some work in precious metals. Throughout the text the Malay terms used in the various crafts are given in footnotes and the appendices contain additional word lists and detailed descriptions of several processes used in these crafts.
- HRAF PubDate
- 2010
- Region
- Asia
- Sub Region
- Southeast Asia
- Document Type
- Book
- Evaluation
- Creator Type
- Government Official
- Document Rating
- 5: Excellent Primary Data
- Analyst
- B. P. Emerson ; 1955
- Field Date
- No date
- Coverage Date
- 1900-1925
- Coverage Place
- Malaysia
- Notes
- [by] R. O. Winstedt
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 87-88)
- LCSH
- Malays (Asian people)