Tai Daeng – Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre https://www.taeclaos.org Preserving Cultural Diversity in Laos Sat, 15 Feb 2025 10:04:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.taeclaos.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-TAEC-Logo-Favicon-4-32x32.png Tai Daeng – Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre https://www.taeclaos.org 32 32 Tai Daeng “Life in Laos” Silk Wall Hanging https://www.taeclaos.org/product/tai-daeng-story-silk-wall-hanging/ Thu, 10 Feb 2022 03:26:56 +0000 https://www.taeclaos.org/?post_type=product&p=24690 Tai Daeng silk weavers in Houaphan Province and they tell the story of life in Laos. Woven motifs represent Buddha, alms giving, weaving, spinning cotton, boat racing, playing the "khaen" mouth organ, and many other significant life moments. Another unique detail of this piece is the papery white tops of the tassels are actually made of silkworm cocoons! You can spend hours admiring this piece and delight in discovering new motifs every time. Each textile is unique in thread colour combinations -- no two are the same. Learn more about the ethnic groups and makers we work with! DIMENSIONS: 70x204cm MATERIAL: Silk SKU: 441-4-2]]> Book | The Tai Daeng of Hua Phan Province https://www.taeclaos.org/product/book-the-tai-daeng-of-hua-phan/ Wed, 22 Sep 2021 05:28:39 +0000 https://www.taeclaos.org/?post_type=product&p=8618
  • Introduction of the Tai daeng
  • Religious Beliefs and Rituals
  • Textiles, Traditional Knowledge and Identity
  • Changes in Tai Daeng Society
  • Changes in Tai Daeng Identity
    • Author: Sumit Pitiphat Translated by: Dr. Linda Susan McIntosh Published 2014. DIMENSIONS: 17.5x22cm SKU: 511-7-6]]>         Tai Daeng Silk Naga Motif Wall Hanging https://www.taeclaos.org/product/tai-daeng-silk-naga-wall-hanging/ Tue, 10 Aug 2021 08:50:48 +0000 https://www.taeclaos.org/?post_type=product&p=5438 Naga. According to legend, 15 nagas protect the city of Luang Prabang. The creature occupies an important place in the city’s culture and several festivals are held to pay respect for the mighty serpent. While the naga is a pre-Buddhist figure, it is now completely integrated into the Buddhist pantheon. Please note: Colour and pattern combinations may vary slightly from the textiles photographed. Learn more about the ethnic groups we work with and the Tai Daeng in TAEC's published book: The Tai Daeng of Hua Phan Province. DIMENSIONS: 192x42cm MATERIAL: Silk SKU: 442-4-1]]> Tai Daeng Naga Motif “Pha Bieng” Silk Shoulder Sash https://www.taeclaos.org/product/tai-daeng-silk-naga-motif-pha-bieng/ Tue, 10 Aug 2021 01:34:37 +0000 https://www.taeclaos.org/?post_type=product&p=5424 pha bieng worn during formal Buddhist ceremonies. They can also be hung as gorgeous wall art or used as decorative bed or table runners. These textiles depict the spiritual water serpent Naga. According to legend, 15 nagas protect the city of Luang Prabang. The creature occupies an important place in the city’s culture and several festivals are held to pay respect for the mighty serpent. While the naga is a pre-Buddhist figure, it is now completely integrated into the Buddhist pantheon. Learn more about the ethnic groups we work with and the Tai Daeng in TAEC's published book: The Tai Daeng of Hua Phan Province. DIMENSIONS: 188x25cm MATERIAL: Silk SKU: 442-6-2]]>