Artisans & Craft
Pua Kumbu: The Sacred Iban Cloth That Swaddles, Weds, and Shrouds
The Pua Kumbu is a sacred Iban cloth from Sarawak, Malaysia, integral to life-cycle ceremonies from birth to death. Its creation is a spiritual undertaking, mirroring male headhunting in its contribution to women's prestige and community well-being.
Aisha Bakri·November 10, 2026
