Information of Borneo Island, travelling to Borneo?

Borneo Island is in south east Asian and the third largest island in the world. The only Island in the world shared by 3 countries Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia. It was once covered with dense rainforests. Swampy coastal areas fringed with mangrove forests and mountainous interior. Much of the terrain was virtually impassable and unexplored. Headhunters ruled the remote parts of the island until a century ago.

Sarawak is a state of Malaysia. Being the largest among 13 other states with the size almost equal to West Malaysia. It is located in northwest of Borneo Island. Bordered by the Malaysian state of Sabah, Kalimantan Indonesia and Brunei. Cities and towns in Sarawak include Kuching Miri, Sibu, and Bintulu. 2015 census, the population of Sarawak was 2,636,000.

The City of Kuching, is the capital and the most populous city in the state of Sarawak in Malaysia. It is in the west side of Borneo Island. The city is situated on the Sarawak River at the southwest tip of the state of Sarawak. Kuching covers an area of 431 square kilometers (166 sq mi) with a population about 165,642 in the Kuching North administrative region. However, 159,490 in the Kuching South administrative region brings a total of 325,132 people.

What does Borneoartifact Gallery do?

Borneo artifact is the largest online gallery for asian antique and tribal art. We started Borneo artifact 25 years ago. Source the best selections of Borneo tribal arts, artifacts and antiques. Ornaments in Asian antique gallery are collected for its special features and cultural value. Thus, these ornaments are of exceptional quality and value.

What are the collections of Borneoartifact Gallery?

For interior, porcelain, carvings, panels and small statues gives a traditional and exotic atmosphere. However, for exterior, bigger ornaments such as door panels, big wooden shields and statues brings an important role in enhancing the landscape. These carvings are made of world hardest wood, the Iron wood or belian wood. They can withstand heavy weather and last for ages. we have 1000 of items in the gallery and divided in 26 categories. Enjoy browsing through our items

We ship to buyer doorstep. We ship to worldwide.

Shipping method that we are using?

We ship by courier and it takes about 7 working days to worldwide. Tracking number will be provided once item has been shipped out.

What is the Handling duration?

We will pack your items carefully using bubble wrap and good quality boxes. We have experienced packers for packing. It will take 2 working days to pack before shipping out.

what are the payment methods?

We accept payment by paypal. You can add the item to the cart and proceed to checkout for paypal payment. Otherwise you can contact us for other payment method. Wire transfer or telegraphic transfer is acceptable. Western union money transfer is acceptable as well.

Where are the items being shipped from?

Item is shipped from Borneo, Malaysia. Once shipped out, please allow 2 days for the items to travel to the capital city of Kuala Lumpur and then the tracking will get into the system.

Traditional Cloth RITUAL BLANKET Tribe Tribal Asia Fabric Wall Hanging

Description

Traditional Cloth, Iban weaving. Borneo.

Measurement:
Height: 192cm / 75.6 inches
Width: 84 cm / 33.1 inches
Weight: 0.6 kg / 1.3 lb

Pua kumbu of Borneo:
The Pua weaving or the Pua Kumbu is a ritual blanket used for religious ceremonies, festivals Gawai, ceremonies associated with birth, death, healing or soul-searching and war of headhunting. It serves as a means of communication between this world and the world of ancestors, spirits and gods. All the dyes used in the traditional Pua Kumbu are vegetable and fruit(mango stein-reddish color) origin.

I will ship via Registered Mail, 14 working days worldwide, insured. SHIPPING IS FREE WORLDWIDE.