Khmer weaving exhibit opens at Siem Reap museum

via Phnom Penh Post, 21 February 2023: The article discusses the silk weaving exhibition in Siem Reap. Many tools and textiles are on display for visitors to learn about Khmer history and traditional techniques.

A Khmer silk weaving loom is being exhibited to the public by the MGC Asian Traditional Textiles Museum in Siem Reap town.

According to the APSARA National Authority (ANA), the exhibition of weaving and silk weaving tools began in mid-February.

Sen Kimsun, acting director of the museum, said this exhibition is the result of cooperation between the ANA and UNESCO through Germany’s international development agency GIZ.

He said the silk weaving tool display also included silk fabrics and that the tools bear elaborate carvings.

Source: Khmer weaving exhibit opens at Siem Reap museum | Phnom Penh Post