Arts 5 Stories Behind Each Artifact

oldest archaeological evidence of watercraft in the Philippines

They existed more than 1,000 years ago.

remarkable assemblage of a

distinct boatbuilding practice

It was discovered in Luzon.

a secondary burial jar

There are two human images riding a boat located on top of the jar’s cover.

it is “ship-of-the-living” image that can be found in the Manunggul jar

was a perfect illustration of the creativity and sense of artistry of the Filipino people

it was found by a fisherman in a wooden coffin

is the earliest known warp ikat textile in

Southeast Asia and estimated to be 400 yrs old

it is a "death blanket"

it was found accidentally

jewelry

ceremonial weapons

used for food

a symbol of wealth