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Sea Dayak woman making thread, Borneo, SE Asia
A Sea Dayak (Dyak, Dayuh) or Iban woman in traditional costume making thread, Borneo, SE Asia (then part of the British Empire). She puts a mass of cotton fibre into a mangle, which extracts the seeds while she pulls away the fibre. (1 of 2) Date: 1922
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1. Title: "Weaving Tradition: A Sea Dayak Woman Extracting Cotton Thread in Borneo, 1922" In this evocative photograph, a Sea Dayak woman, dressed in her traditional attire, is deeply engrossed in the intricate process of thread making in the lush, tropical landscape of Borneo, Southeast Asia. The woman, with her expressive face and focused gaze, embodies the resilient spirit of the indigenous communities that have thrived in this region for centuries. The year is 1922, and Borneo, then a part of the British Empire, is a melting pot of diverse cultures and traditions. The woman's attire, featuring a colorful sarong, intricately designed necklaces, and various bangles and bracelets, is a testament to the rich and vibrant cultural heritage of the Sea Dayak people, also known as the Iban or Dayuh. The woman's hands deftly manipulate a mass of cotton fibers, which she feeds into a mangle. The mangle, a simple yet ingenious tool, extracts the seeds from the fibers while she pulls away the clean, thread-like fibers. This process is a crucial step in the production of cotton thread, which was essential for weaving the intricate textiles that were an integral part of the Sea Dayak people's daily lives and cultural traditions. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time, offering us a glimpse into the daily lives of the Sea Dayak people during the 1920s. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving cultural traditions and the resilience of indigenous communities in the face of external influences and changing times.
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