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Nyonya Needlework: Embroidery and Beadwork in the Peranakan World

by Hwei-Fe'n Cheah
Nyonya Needlework: Embroidery and Beadwork in the Peranakan World
Nyonya Needlework: Embroidery and Beadwork in the Peranakan World

Colorful exploration of Peranakan textile heritage.

If you have an interest in the vibrant traditions of the Peranakan culture, "Nyonya Needlework" offers a stunning visual treat and insightful commentary. As you turn the pages, you'll find yourself immersed in the intricacies of Peranakan embroidery and beadwork, their histories, and their modern-day significance. It's a beautiful representation of a unique cultural craft, bridging the gap between art lovers and textile enthusiasts.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Nyonya Needlework: Embroidery and Beadwork in the Peranakan World

by Hwei-Fe'n Cheah
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ISBN: 9789811108525
Authors: Hwei-Fe'n Cheah
Publisher: Asian Civilisations Museum
Date of Publication: 2018-05-31
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Art, History
Related Topics: Crafts, Design, Art History
Goodreads rating: 3.0
(rated by 1 readers)

Description

Cheah Hwei-Fe’n examines parallel techniques of embroidery, work with gold thread, lace, and drawn needlework in this profusely illustrated catalogue to accompany an exhibition at the Peranakan Museum, Singapore, held from 24 June 2016 to 18 June 2017. In her careful analysis of the techniques associated with Peranakan objects, she reveals a complex network of cultural connections. The various types of needlework were practised by women and men, and drew upon techniques from Europe, India, China, and the Malay world. Religious and secular schools taught the techniques. There are many cross-cultural surprises; gold embroidery derives not only from European military brocade but from ancient Chinese thread techniques of gold strips wrapped around paper. And many other techniques were long practised in remote islands of the Malay Archipelago.
 

Colorful exploration of Peranakan textile heritage.

If you have an interest in the vibrant traditions of the Peranakan culture, "Nyonya Needlework" offers a stunning visual treat and insightful commentary. As you turn the pages, you'll find yourself immersed in the intricacies of Peranakan embroidery and beadwork, their histories, and their modern-day significance. It's a beautiful representation of a unique cultural craft, bridging the gap between art lovers and textile enthusiasts.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.