05/11/2022
π²πΎ | Iban of Sarawak
The Iban or also known as Sea Dayak comprise the largest percentage (more than 53% in 2021) of the State of Sarawak's population in Malaysia.
Iban is native to Sarawak and small part of western Borneo. The State of Sarawak has the largest number of Iban population in the world.
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Men Traditional Attire
The Iban man wears the Vest( Baju Burung/Baju Kebat) & Baju Gagung and woven loin-cloth (Sirat) which is a warriorβs outfit. The other accessories such as a Terabai(Shield of Borneo),Parang Ilang(Sword),Belt(Lampit), armlet(Tumpa Lengan ) and anklet(Tumpa Betis ) made from silver and a headgear(Ketapu/Setapuk Tunjang) decorated with hornbill & great argus feathers(Bulu Kenyalang & Bulu Ruai/Ruwai)β.
Iban Women Traditional Attire
Iban Lady Costume includes: -Kain Batating (Petticoat with decorated bells at the bottom end) β Rawai Tinggi (High Corset with Rattan Coils inserted with small Brass Rings ) β Sugu Tinggi (High headgear) β Marik Empang (Beaded Chain) β Selampai (Long Scalp) β Lampit (Silver Belt) β Tumpak (Armlet) β Gelang kaki (Anklet) β Antin pirak (Silver stud earrings) β Buah pauh (purse).
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