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Nyonya Kebaya (Peacock and Spider Web Motif)

Lim Swee Kim Nyonya Embroidery Master Craftsmen – 20062019

Malaysian Handicraft Development Corporation

Malaysian Handicraft Development Corporation
Malaysia

This delicate piece of Nyonya Kebaya was created using the magic touch of Mrs. Lim Swee Kim who holds the title of Nyonya Embroidery Master Craftsman. This Nyonya Kebaya uses cotton voile fabric which is commonly used to make Nyonya Kebaya. This plain fabric is transparent and light, made using a fine, knotted thread. The designs on the Kebaya comes alive with the intricate, colourful embroidery and decorated with peacock and spider web motifs. To finish off the elegant look, a batik sarong is worn to match the colours on the Nyonya Kebaya.

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  • Title: Nyonya Kebaya (Peacock and Spider Web Motif)
  • Creator: Lim Swee Kim Nyonya Embroidery Master Craftsmen – 2006
  • Date Created: 2019
  • Location Created: Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
  • Physical Dimensions: S size
  • Type: Textile Product
  • Medium: Cotton voile, Cotton thread and Manual sewing machine
  • Art Genre: Craft
Malaysian Handicraft Development Corporation

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