Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the AmericasTextiles-Wovenlate 19th–early 20th centuryCeremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) is a textiles-woven of Iban people origin created in late 19th–early 20th century using cotton measuring W. 50 x D. 101 in. (127 x 256.5 cm) — now part of the Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Cotton |
| Dimensions | W. 50 x D. 101 in. (127 x 256.5 cm) |
| 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 Kumbu)?
Ceremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) is housed in the Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ceremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) created?
Ceremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Ceremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) made from?
Ceremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) is crafted from cotton.
Where does Ceremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) originate?
Ceremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) originates from Malaysia (Iban people culture).
Is Ceremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) in the public domain?
Ceremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.