Flag of MalaysiaArts of Africa, Oceania, and the AmericasTextiles-Wovenca. 1900

Ceremonial Textile (Pua Kumbu) is a textiles-woven of Iban people origin created in ca. 1900 using cotton measuring Length 70-1/4 in. — now part of the Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCotton
DimensionsLength 70-1/4 in.
ClassificationTextiles-Woven
DepartmentArts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas
Credit LineGift of John B. Elliott through the Mercer Trust, 2000
Dateca. 1900

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Iban people culture. The estimated date range is 1880 – 1920.

Geography

Origin: Borneo, Malaysia. Flag of 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 ca. 1900.

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.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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