Setem Ku (24th Apr 2011)

Kraftangan / Handicraft

Wood carving, a traditional Malaysia handicraft is one of the classical Malaysian art that is still growing. 

Bunga Raya

Bunga Raya, commonly known as hibiscus is the national flower of Malaysia and can be found in abundance throughout the country. 

Wau Bulan

Wau Bulan is a famous traditional kite, richly decorated with colourful patterns of flowers and leaves. 

Durian

Durian, known for its unique aroma and thorn-covered husk is a favourite among the locals. 

Artifak Warisan Negara | Artifacts of National Heritage (11th Apr 2011)

On 14^th February 2009, 10 artifacts owned by Jabatan Muzium Malaysia were listed in the National Heritage Register. These artifacts have been categorized as Obvious Objects are amongst 173 heritage objects proclaimed as National Heritage. The National Heritage Register is a Register that contains the list of the details of national heritage under Section 23 National Heritage Act 2005.

Pending Melayu / Malay Belt Buckle

The pending is an ornamental belt buckle which was worn by Malays as part of their ceremonial costume to secure the sarong or sarong as early as the 15^th century. The Malay Buckle featured is embossed with a plaited wire design with granules and lotus flower motif. The entire buckle is studded with a variety of coloured gems.

Duit Kijang Emas / Gold Coin (Deer)

The coin is the obverse of the gold coin (deer) believed to have been used during the 16^th century depicts a deer. On the right is the reverse of the gold coin which inscripted in Jawi “Malik Al Adil”.

Tepak Sireh / Sireh Set of Sultan Abdul Samad, Selangor

The sireh set featured belongs to Almarhum Sultan Abdul Samad, Selangor (1859-1880) made of silver and plated with gold. The casing is embossed with the design of “ketumbit” flowers, butterflies and the state seal. The receptacles placed inside and the shears are also plated with gold.

Duit Emas / Gold Coin Sultan Muzaffar Shah, Johor

The coin featured is minted form gold and was used during the reign of Sultan Muzaffar Shah, Johor (1564-1570). On the left is the obverse side of the coin with the name of Sultan Muzaffar Shah inscripted in Jawi. The reverse of the coin is depicted on the right with the title of the Sultan as “Khalifatul Mukminin” also inscripted in Jawi.

Arch Buddha Duduk / Arch of Sitting Buddha

This statue of sitting Buddha made of terracotta was found at Pengkalan Bujang, Bujang Valley in the South of  Kedah. It is estimated to be dated between C1000-1100 CE.

Celepa Diraja Terengganu / Royal Terengganu Tobacco Box

The custom of chewing tobacco was introduced in this country centuries ago. Tobacco boxes were an important part of the Malay regalia particularly among the royalty and noble men who wore tobacco boxes suspended from a chain around the waist.

The gold tobacco box featured belongs to the Terengganu royal family approximately during the 18^th century is an excellent workmanship by Malay craftsman. It is made in the shape of a ten-pointed star with multi-petal motif designs. In the middle bears a flower design with inlaid with a red ruby with red glass stones surrounding it.

Duit Emas / Gold Coin Sultan Alau’udin Riayat Shah, Johor

The coin features is minted from gold and was used during the reign of Sultan Alau’udin Riayat Shah, Johor (1527/28 – 1564). On the left is the obverse side of the coin with the name of Sultan Alau’udin Riayat Shah inscripted in Jawi. The reverse of the coin is depicted on the right with the title of the Sultan as “Khalifatul Mukminin” aslo inscripted in Jawi.

Loceng Dong S’on / Dong S’on Bell

This bronze Dong S’on bell was found in a village named Kampung Percu, Muar. The designs and patterns of the bronze bell indicates that it originates from Don S’on, North Vietnam. It is dates sometime during the 15^th century that is during the Funan Empire.

Duit Emas / Gold Coin Sultan Zainal Abidin II, Terengganu

The coin featured is minted from gold and is used during the reign of Sultan Zainal Abidin Shah II. On the left is the obverse side of the coin with the name  Sultan Zainal Abidin Shah II (1793-1808) inscripted in Jawi. The reverse of the coin is depicted on the right with the title of the Sultan as “Khalifatul Mukminin” in Jawi.

Patung Avalokitesvara / Statue of Avalokitesvara

This status of Avalokitesvara was found in a tin mine that belonging to Anglo Oriental, at Bidor in erak in 1936. It is made of bronze and has eight arms of which however, one hand is broken. It is dated sometime between the 7^th and the 12^th centuries AD, when the culture of the region was Hindu-Buddhist. The statue weighs 63kg and stands as 93cm height.



Khazanah Seni Visual Negara Siri II : Treasures of the Nation's Visual Arts (19th Sept 2011)

The National Art Gallery (NAG) is a public institution that houses the best in modern and contemporary Malaysian visual artworks. Since its inception in 1958, the NAG has in its collection about 3,926 pieces of works of various genres. The pieces chosen here are the works of three famous pioneers of Malaysian art with research materials and represented in aesthetically rich design. The works are related to the themes of struggle based on the artists’ optimism towards cultures, surroundings and everyday living.

Mohd Hossein Enas takes the subject of multiculturalism to symbolize the idea of Unity and the sense of pride in preserving tradition. This can be seen in the painting ‘Bajau Horseman, North Borneo’ which displayed an identity that was formed by tradition, culture and the natural surroundings that is the pride of every independent individuals.

Anthony Lau presents his metal sculpture entitled ‘Ayam Jantan’ as a symbol of pride, shield and strength to an independent individual’s right of freedom.

The struggle and freedom for Nik Zainal Abidin Nik Salleh through his work ‘Corak Bendera-Flag’, must be preserved and protected like clothes on the body. The defense must be guided by the lines and colours of the banners of nationhood.