Orang Asli And Their Wood Art Art and foliate motifs

and foliate motifs

domed lid with concentric carved rings—a subtle yet elegant detail that reflects its artisan roots

however imperative

extremely rare and of high quality

The story of this man who battled poverty

Orang Asli And Their Wood Art Art and foliate motifsOrang Asli and their Wood Art gives a fascinating account of the art, culture, customs and beliefs of Peninsular Malaysias three main Orang Asli groups: the Negrito, the Senoi and the Proto Malays. This book provides a rare insight into the nomadic world and bamboo culture of Malaysias first peoples, who rely on the forest ecosystem for their everyday needs, but who never take more than necessary to survive. Lavish full colour photographs by H Berbar