HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT – THE SILVER KELINGKAN EMBROIDERY OF THE MALAY WORLD
Conservators often incorporate traditional techniques in their restoration work, to maintain the artefacts’ historic significance and value without compromising its visual aesthetics. This video explores the use of brick stitches to imitate the original weave and cowrie shells as a method to flatten the distorted metal thread. Discover the fascinating process of textile restoration under the skilful hands of the conservator.
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