The tradition & historical record
1 min read · 2 sourcesLao silk is produced in Laos with ancient weaving techniques that produce high quality silk. This woven cloth has traditionally been used for a wide range of purposes, including religious, ritual, and everyday uses. It is used for garments and home decorations by both upper class and rural individuals. Traditional patterns use bold color combinations, such as red and yellow. 1
The text above is adapted from the Wikipedia article “Lao silk”, available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 licence. 1
Lao silk is recorded in open cultural data. The structured record cited below does not describe the practice, and this entry has not yet been reviewed by a person familiar with the tradition. 2
The source record links this tradition to 1 external register, which can be verified through the citation. 2