TENUN PAHANG DIRAJA

Azizah Mahmood Iskandar, Ahmad Farid Abdul Jalal

“Tenun Pahang Diraja: A Fashion Tradition” is a story of traditional woven textiles of Pahang which provides an overview of its history and the important role played by the Pahang royal family in its endorsement and preservation. Tenun Pahang had been largely woven for the palace and there were certain motifs significant to the royal family and particular chieftains. This coffee table book documents precious history and vibrant culture which acts like inheritance for the generations to recognise the legacy of their ancestors. It is an introduction to inspire further research about the beauty of Tenun Pahang, Malaysian arts and culture to a worldwide audience.