Attayal tribe Women's ceremonial robe

This ceremonial robe was traditionally worn by Atayal women on their wedding day. Bridal garments typically featured shades of red, dark crimson, or brown—colors associated with festive celebration and joy. The robe is made from a plain-woven textile, enriched with decorative elements created using a supplementary weft technique. Rhombus-shaped motifs were added at the sleeve cuffs using a float weave method. The use of acrylic yarn suggests that the piece was likely produced during or after the Japanese colonial era, possibly just after Taiwan’s retrocession in 1945. Atayal wedding attire is known for its emphasis on balance and symmetry, particularly along the garment’s vertical axis. The refined weaving patterns carry cultural significance, symbolizing the wearer’s transition into adulthood.

Reference

VEAT127

Dimensions

Length : 129 cms

Width : 88 cms

Period

1950’s

Source

Yang Grevot collection

Material

fabric

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