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Vintage (maybe antique) Pis siyabit (or tubao) is a traditional, hand-woven square tapestry cloth made by the Tausug people of Jolo in the Sulu Archipelago of the Philippines.Name Origin: \"Pis\" means headcloth, and \"siyabit\" refers to the hook-based technique used for the design.
Patterns: It features vibrant, complex geometric designs like squares, diamonds, and triangles.
Colors: Common bright colors include red, yellow, orange, green, and black.
Time: Crafting a single cloth takes weeks or months of detailed labor. Master weaver Darhata Sawabi received the National Living Treasures Award for preserving this artHeadwear: Men traditionally wrap it around the head as a sign of rank and honor.
Accessories: People drape it over the shoulder or tie it to a sword hilt.
Modern Uses: Today, the fabric is made into modern clothing, shawls, and home decorations.
Measures including the frame: 16.25\" wide x 17.75\" tall x 1.75\" deep. Acquired from an estate sale.
This fabric piece is in very good used condition. It has been well framed. Please view photos for more details.
