Sarong Kebaya: Peranakan Fashion in an Interconnected World, 1500-1950

By Peter Lee

This book traces the history of the costume of Peranakan women; specifically, the sarong, kebaya, and baju panjang. The sarong kebaya is only a starting point, however, for a rich history of language, women, trade, slavery, community formation, and education. Profusely illustrated with a wealth of historical photographs and beautiful images of sarongs and kebayas from a large donation to the Peranakan Museum, as well as those in a private collection, the book will become a valuable reference. Independent scholar Peter Lee has amassed impressive documentation from primary and secondary sources in this highly readable, visually stunning book.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9810901461
• ISBN13: 9789810901462
• Release Date: July 2015
• Publisher: Asian Civilisations Museum
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 5.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 9.9" x 12.0"