Interview with RMN and PNG on Warping the threads of Shu in Berzeen village.

The British Museum 2026 Open access

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Authors: Ahsan Abdullah
DOI: 10.25420/britishmuseum.31353814
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Abstract

This interview, recorded in Berzeen village, documents the traditional Shu warping process by RMN and PNG. They detail the technical steps involved—balancing threads, knotting, and attaching warps to the cloth roll, while emphasising the precision and teamwork required, especially for larger Shu lengths.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Crafts Textile and Design Fashion and Cultural Textiles Cultural Heritage Management and Preservation

Publication details

Journal / source
The British Museum
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN