INFLUENCES OF NGAYAU OR HEADHUNTING IN THE PRODUCTION OF PUA KUMBU TEXTILE MOTIVES IN IBAN COMMUNITY, SARAWAK

This paper explores the concept of motives under the influences of ngayau or headhunting, particularly the pua kumbu. This paper also analysis the perception among the natives on the best way to preserve and to develop these motives. The findings could help the existing programs in the preservation of pua kumbu which have been undertaken by various bodies such as Tun Jugah Foundation. The data were gathered from reports by previous researchers and our own field works. The location of the field works are long houses in Betong Division and in Kuching especially at Tin Jugah Foundation office.