ARTS AND CRAFTS, ARTIFACTS OF SOUTHEAST ASIA

• What are flying lanterns made of in Thailand?

  Rice paper with a bamboo frame
• What is contained within the flying lanterns used in Thailand?

  A fuel cell or small candle
• In which festival are flying lanterns used in Thailand?

  The Loy Krathong Festival
• When is the Loy Krathong Festival held?

  During the 12th full moon
• What types of handicrafts are associated with Cambodia?

  Baskets, jars, textiles, and pottery
• What is Sa paper made from in Laos?

  The local sa or mulberry tree
• How long has Sa paper been hand-made in Laos?

  For over 700 years
• What are traditional uses of Sa paper in Laos?

  For calligraphy and making festive decorations, umbrellas, fans, and kites
• What is one of the most popular forms of art in Vietnam?

  Silk painting
• What do silk paintings in Vietnam typically showcase?

  The countryside, landscapes, pagodas, historical events, or scenes of daily life
• What is Wayang Kulit in Indonesia?

  A type of shadow puppet play
• What does the term "Wayang" mean in Indonesian?

  Show or perform
• What does the word "Bayang" mean in Indonesian?

  Shadow
• Who is the Dalang in Wayang Kulit performances?

  The puppetmaster who moves the puppets and tells the story
• What is a Wau kite in Malaysia?

  A uniquely designed Malaysian kite
• What do the wings of a Wau kite resemble?

  An Arabic letter
• How did farmers use kites in Malaysia?

  As scarecrows in the fields and to lull children to sleep
• What is a Songkok in Brunei?

  A cap widely worn in Southeast Asia
• In what situations is the Songkok typically worn?

  In formal situations such as weddings, feasts, and funerals
• What are the categories of headgears mentioned?

  • Dastar: piece of cloth tied around the head
  • Kopiah: type of cap made from velvet
  • Tangkalok or serban: resembles a turban, typical headdress in the Middle East