Mugah Cloth (eight-burst Flower Motif) — Sabnah Binti Abdullah

Mugah Cloth (Eight-burst Flower Motif)


sabnah binti abdullah (1945)

Discover sabnah binti abdullah, a master mugah weaver from Sabah, Malaysia. Explore her intricate eight-burst flower motifs & traditional Iranian cultural artworks.

Kuala Lumpur Craft Museum (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

Discover Malaysia’s rich artistic heritage at the Kuala Lumpur Craft Museum! Explore intricate textiles, pottery & wood carvings – a living testament to centuries-old traditions and skilled artisans.

This woven cloth is used as a traditional costume during grand ceremonies or weddings. The traditional costume for the Iranun tribe is made from a special woven cloth or Mugah cloth. The design or motif on the cloth reflects the lifestyle and culture elements of the people. For this woven cloth, the motif used is the eight-burst flower to produce a decorative design.