Title
Malay women sieving through pandan leaves
Year/Period
Early-mid 20th century
Region
Malaysia
Dimension
Image size: L13.4cm X W8.6cm
Accession No.
1991-00374
Collection of
The weaving of matting from pandan leaves was a popular rural industry in Malaysia - in the state of Trengganu especially - during the early 20th century. Items ranging from floor mats and sleeping mats to baskets and slippers can be made from the weaving of pandan leaves.
