Sun, 23 Feb 2003

JP/15/CAPS

Photo A: JP/I Wayan Juniartha

Juleha, a weaver from Donggala, Central Sulawesi explains the process of weaving Donggala silk. In front of her is the gedokan, an ebony weaving loom of more than 100 years old.

Photo C: JP/Hera Diani

Pieces of colorful Nusa Tenggara handwoven cloth of varying motifs and textures are displayed at the National Museum. Although Nusa Tenggara's weaving products are not as famous as batik, they show the richness of its culture.