Basic Iban Design Pdf !link!

| Motif | Name (Iban) | Meaning | Design features | |-------|-------------|---------|------------------| | Trophy head | Antu pala | Headhunting prowess, ancestral power | Diamond/oval, two eyes, horizontal line for mouth | | Warrior | Orang bunuh | Male bravery, protector | Triangular torso, raised arms, headdress | | Spirit figure | Rempoh | Female ritual leader (weaver) | Hourglass body, long fingers, skirt lines |

Most designs are not merely decorative; they represent protective spirits, ancestral stories, or natural elements like the Hornbill (symbol of the high god Singalang Burong). Book Overview: " Basic Iban Design: An Introduction " Basic Iban Design Pdf

Word Count: ~1,450 Last Updated: October 2025 | Motif | Name (Iban) | Meaning |