Sinaunang Habi: Philippine Ancestral Weave (The Nikki Coseteng Filipiniana Series 1) by Marian Pastor-Roces

"Sinaunang Habi’s first edition was published in 1991, and reprinted in 2000. It has become a sought-after book in the international circuit of textile connoisseurs of indigenous traditions. This unique book gives us not only a rich collection of haberdashery imbued with artistry and beauty, but also a rich insight into the different ethnic groups in the Philippines. The extensive and informative essays provide a historical and anthropological background on the indigenous people inhabiting each region. The clothing silently but expressively speaks of a nation’s unique cultures, customs, ceremonial life, rituals, and practical needs, lending beauty to handcrafted objects while continuing age-old traditions."
A Philippine import. Limited copies available.

Item Weight : 5.5 pounds
Hardcover : 312 pages
ISBN-10 : 9718792007
ISBN-13 : 978-9718792001
Publisher : Nikki Books; Second Printing edition (January 1, 1991)
Language: : English