Dec 28, 2024, 11:30:09 AM

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞: 𝐀 𝐂𝐨𝐳𝐲 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐧

✨ Step into a corner where tradition meets timeless elegance. Featuring handwoven rattan furniture, vibrant cultural accents, and intricate craftsmanship, this space is a celebration of beauty, heritage, and artistry.

𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝟯: 🎨 This stunning acrylic artwork on sustainable Saa paper captures the Hmong Tribe's rich heritage. Depicting a mother and child adorned in traditional attire, it celebrates the enduring bond of family and the strength of cultural identity.

𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝟰: ✨ On loan from Her Excellency Marian Jocelyn R. Tirol-Ignacio, Philippine Ambassador to Brunei, this red coat embodies timeless elegance and cultural pride. Intricate embroidery and bold designs celebrate Southeast Asian craftsmanship and Rattan House's dedication to artisanal traditions.

𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝟱: 🌿 This artwork features 11 branches of leaves dyed with natural turmeric, symbolizing the unity of the 11 Southeast Asian countries. A tribute to nature, tradition, and harmony, it reflects the cultural interconnectedness of the region.

𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝟲: The Essence of Weaving Tools and Materials 🌿 From Left to Right:

• Natural Cotton (Laos).
• Shuttle: A boat-shaped tool that weaves weft threads through warp threads with precision.
• Raw Silk (Laos).

𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝟳: Timeless Fibers of the Philippines 🌺 From Left to Right:

• Abaca fabric from the Philippines is made from the abaca plant (Musa textilis), a species of banana native to the Philippines.
• Pineapple Fiber (Piña): Lightweight, delicate fibers crafted from pineapple leaves, often used in Filipino traditional wear.

𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝟴: The Art of Natural Dyeing 🎨 From Left to Right:

• Natural Dye Materials (Laos): Plant-based natural dyes, sustainably sourced and used in traditional Laotian textile production.
• Natural Macrame Fabric Dyed with Turmeric - Provided by Madam Le Thi Hong Ngoan, Spouse of the Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Brunei Darussalam.