Apsara National Authority plans Khmer silk exhibition

via Phnom Penh Post, 24 January 2023:

Eleven Khmer silks will be exhibited at the Asian Traditional Textiles Museum in mid-February, according to a January 23 announcement by the Apsara National Authority (ANA).

In a social media post, the ANA said that collection of Khmer silks includes four silk towels and five sampots (long, traditional skirts) and two traditional looms. The items were donated by the Institute for Khmer Traditional Textiles.

“The exhibition of these precious objects aims to preserve the art of woven silk and looms. The number of looms in use is declining at an alarming rate. This exhibition will give the public, students and domestic and international tourists a clear understanding of the artistic legacy that was left by our Khmer ancestors,” said the ANA.

Source: Apsara National Authority plans Khmer silk exhibition | Phnom Penh Post

See also:

• Siem Reap museum plans Khmer silk exhibit | Phnom Penh Post, 7 Feb 2023