Colour and patterns Colour is the most immediately visible
stylistic element. The two-colour or polychrome process depends
on the number of dye baths which follow the preparation of
reserves. Formerly exclusively natural, dyes today are often
synthetic. The choice of colour is associated with symbolism of
the colours and this aspect is equally referred to here. Some
original patterns come from reserve-dyeing processes and are
revealed by playing with the colours. geometric representation,
sowing Scarf, kiet Cambodia, Kandaal Province, 20th century Silk
Bernard Dupaigne Mission 71.1970.61.30 The design was the work
of specialist Muslims, probably women (Cham and Malay). The
scarves make up part of the Muslim women’s costume, but can
equally be used during Khymer celebrations. The border pattern
distinguishes the Cambodian product designs from those of
Sumatra. Taffeta, dyed after reserve by stitching before
gathering (lozenge-shaped and lines) and by tying knots (small
circles). Two dye baths : red, then indig