RESEARCH DATA:

This pouch from the collection, known as pamabattan, is a tobacco purse used by Ga’dang women (Araneta & Lim, 2014). It features plain woven stripes known as la-lad (San Agustin, 2007), and multicolored beadwork along the body and bottom edges. At the center, the seam is joined with thick embroidery in orange and yellow cotton threads. Three silver metallic rings with floral-like etchings are inserted into each pouch strap, likely signifying the wearer’s social status and wealth.

REFERENCES:

Araneta, P. & Lim, A. R. (2014). Art and the Order of Nature: The Mercedes Zobel Collection of Indigenous Philippine Textiles. Ayala Foundation, Inc.

San Agustin, L. (2007). The Gaddangs and their Tribal Attire. In The Traditional Attires of the Igorot Tribes (pp.105-126). Central Book Supply, Inc.