The Study of Iban Traditional Motifs of Sudan’s Ruma Weaving Textile

Iban traditional attire weaving contains a rich history derivative of the cultural identity, beliefs, customs, and traditions of the Iban people. It is considered an important material culture or cultural artifact in Sarawak culture. The social and cultural identity of the Iban people is reflected in their costumes, which symbolize the importance of life via intricate aesthetic ornamentation. The way of living and belief practised by Iban are implicated in the local products, such as the Iban’s textile, which is embedded with design motifs inspired by flora, fauna, and animism The focus of this study is on Iban traditional attire weaving. There were 4 traditional attires used as study material collected from the Sudan Ruma weaving. This study identification of the Iban traditional motif weaving motifs of the weaving motifs of Iban traditional attire by using qualitative methods such as primary and secondary data. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with two experts and specialists. The results indicated different categories of motifs that were closely correlated to the Iban people's philosophy, culture, and beliefs. Most of the Iban traditional attire was decorated with numerous repeated motifs. On this basis, it is hoped that this study could serve as a reference concerning the cultural heritage of Iban traditional attire weaving motifs and recommended that further exploration should be carried out concerning weaving motifs of traditional Iban traditional attire in the Iban community.