Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the AmericasTextiles-Wovenlate 19th–early 20th centuryCeremonial Textile (Pua) is a textiles-woven of Iban people origin created in late 19th–early 20th century using cotton measuring Length 121 in. — now part of the Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton |
| Dimensions | Length 121 in. |
| Classification | Textiles-Woven |
| Department | Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas |
| Credit Line | Bequest of John B. Elliott, 1997 |
| Date | late 19th–early 20th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iban people culture. The estimated date range is 1850 – 1950.
Geography
Origin: Borneo, Malaysia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ceremonial Textile (Pua)?
Ceremonial Textile (Pua) is housed in the Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ceremonial Textile (Pua) created?
Ceremonial Textile (Pua) dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Ceremonial Textile (Pua) made from?
Ceremonial Textile (Pua) is crafted from cotton.
Where does Ceremonial Textile (Pua) originate?
Ceremonial Textile (Pua) originates from Malaysia (Iban people culture).
Is Ceremonial Textile (Pua) in the public domain?
Ceremonial Textile (Pua) is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.