Weaving a ‘limar’ story at the Museum of Asian Art in UM

A visitor walks past a limar textile display at the 'Forgotten Tradition Of Limar Weaving' exhibition at the Museum of Asian Art, Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: The Star/Faihan Ghani

The Forgotten Tradition Of Limar Weaving exhibition at the Museum of Asian Art, Universiti Malaya in Kuala Lumpur, offers abundant opportunities – for textile enthusiasts and newcomers – to explore the historical narratives woven into centuries-old fabrics.

This free exhibition, running through Aug 24, showcases the museum's limar textile collection, revealing the inspirations behind their unique motifs and featuring vintage photographs of their use in traditional festivals and cultural ceremonies.