Dyak Collection

A Sunbeam Dyak-powered Avro 504K parked alongside a Qantas Boeing 747B, VH-EBA

Dayak couple in traditional dress and tattoos, c. 1920 (b / w photo)
DGC437476 Dayak couple in traditional dress and tattoos, c.1920 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: the Dayak or Dyak are a people indigenous to Borneo; tattooing is a very important)

Sea Dayak girls, Sarawak, Borneo, SE Asia
A group of Sea Dayak (Dyak, Dayuh) or Iban girls in traditional costume made of brass rings and filigree headdresses, Borneo, SE Asia (then part of the British Empire)

Four people of Borneo, SE Asia (then part of the British Empire) -- a Sea Dayak (Dyak, Dayuh) or Iban man with necklace of shells and tattoos (top left), an Orang Bukit (Klemantan)

Dyak; A Visit to Borneo, 1875. Creator: A. M. Cameron
Dyak; A Visit to Borneo, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

Dyaks Building a House; A Visit to Borneo, 1875. Creator: A. M. Cameron
Dyaks Building a House; A Visit to Borneo, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

Bamboo Bridge of the Western Dyaks; A Visit to Borneo, 1875. Creator: A. M. Cameron
Bamboo Bridge of the Western Dyaks; A Visit to Borneo, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

Ceremonial Cloth (Pua sungkit), Indonesia, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Ceremonial Cloth (Pua sungkit), Indonesia, 19th century

Ceremonial Cloth (Pua kombu), Malaysia, . Creator: Unknown
Ceremonial Cloth (Pua kombu), Malaysia

Decorated Dyak skulls (engraving)
669490 Decorated Dyak skulls (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Decorated Dyak skulls)

Sarawaks Hundred Years under rule of White Rajahs
Page from The Illustrated London News reporting on a centenary of rule of the state of Sarawak in Malaysia by white rajahs, beginning in 1838 with James Brooke

A Dyak head hunt (colour litho)
2812070 A Dyak head hunt (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dyak head hunt)

Dyak women of Borneo (engraving)
961910 Dyak women of Borneo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dyak women of Borneo)

Three Sea Dayak warriors, Borneo, SE Asia
Three Sea Dayak (Dyak, Dayuh) or Iban warriors in traditional costume, Borneo, SE Asia (then part of the British Empire). Date: 1922

Sea Dayak woman weaving, Borneo, SE Asia
A Sea Dayak (Dyak, Dayuh) or Iban woman in traditional costume weaving on a frame, Borneo, SE Asia (then part of the British Empire). (2 of 2) Date: 1922

Sea Dayak woman making thread, Borneo, SE Asia
A Sea Dayak (Dyak, Dayuh) or Iban woman in traditional costume making thread, Borneo, SE Asia (then part of the British Empire)

Sea Dayak family, Borneo, SE Asia
Sea Dayak (Dyak, Dayuh) or Iban family in traditional costume, Borneo, SE Asia (then part of the British Empire). 1922

Two young Dayak men, Borneo, SE Asia
Two young Dayak men of Borneo, SE Asia (then part of the British Empire) -- they are about to start of cock fight with two cockerels. Date: 1922

Young Sea Dayak or Iban woman, Borneo, SE Asia
Young Sea Dayak (Dyak, Dayuh) or Iban woman in traditional costume made of brass and silver, Borneo, SE Asia (then part of the British Empire). Date: 1922

Races of the World (chromolitho)
1094573 Races of the World (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Races of the World. Page from childrens book, c 1880.); © Look and Learn

Scouts from around the World, 1923 (colour litho)
473031 Scouts from around the World, 1923 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scouts from America, Arabia, Australia, Canada, Egypt, East Africa, Japan)

A Dyak forge, Borneo (engraving)
961909 A Dyak forge, Borneo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dyak forge, Borneo)

Dyak of Borneo collecting his Marriage Quantum of Heads (engraving)
1594130 Dyak of Borneo collecting his Marriage Quantum of Heads (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dyak of Borneo collecting his Marriage Quantum of Heads)

Basket of a Dyak head-hunter, with half a skull hanging on it (engraving)
3655597 Basket of a Dyak head-hunter, with half a skull hanging on it (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Basket of a Dyak head-hunter)

Diak Man, ca. 1893. Creator: Antonio Zeno Shindler
Diak Man, ca. 1893

A group of Dyaks, c1900. Indigenous people from South East Asia. Illustration from The Life & Times of Queen Victoria, Vol II, by Robert Wilson

Malay Race, 1800-1900. Artist: R Anderson
Malay Race, 1800-1900. Malays (Dutch, Malayo, ultimately from Malay: Melayu) are a diverse group of people inhabiting the Malay archipelago and Malay peninsula in Southeast Asia

A Dayak Native From Borneo Fighting With An Orangutan In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano, Published 1878

Dyak women from the island of Borneo
Two Dyak women looking after a baby. Date: 1890

Dyak warrior from the island of Borneo. Wearing traditional clothing. Date: 1890

Dyak Longhouse
A very short longhouse, is this Dyak dwelling, set in the jungle on the banks of the Upper Rajang, Sarawak, Malaysia. Date: 1960s

Dyak people outside their house, Borneo (Indonesia). An elder son of the family has adopted western, colonial dress, further evidenced by the presence of a bicycle in the entrance to the family home

An Avro Dyak at a&E
An Avro Dyak at the Australian Aircraft & Engineering Company (a&E)

An Avro Dyak built by a&E
An Avro Dyak built by the Australian Aircraft & Engineering Company (a&E) and operated by the Queensland & N.T. Aerial Service Co Ltd (QANTAS)

Lophura bulweri, Bulwers pheasant
Plate 13 from John Goulds The Birds of Asia, Vol. 7, (1850-83). Hand coloured lithograph

Dyak Warrior with fantastic shield
A Dyak warrior chief from Singapore, bearing a fantastic slender leaf-shaped carved wooden shield and carrying a spear, ready to (seemingly) throw at the photographer!

Royal Military Tournament at the Agricultural Hall, Islingto
Illustration showing a series of scenes from the Royal Military Tournament, held at the Agricultural Hall, Islington, in 1897

Borneo / Dyak Drying Heads
The Dyak method of drying heads. The enemys head is cut off, the brains scooped out before being hung (as shown) on a rod of bamboo

Indonesia Borneo
An Indonesia woman, a warrior (Dyak) and a rich young lady

Dyak couple, Borneo
A Dyak couple, Borneo

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"Dyak: Exploring the Rich Culture and Heritage of Borneo's Indigenous People" Discovering the Sunbeam Dyak-powered Avro 504K, a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Dyak people in harnessing natural elements for technological advancements. Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions as we encounter Sea Dayak girls from Sarawak, their colorful attire reflecting their deep-rooted cultural identity in Southeast Asia. Step back in time with a captivating black and white photograph capturing a Dayak couple adorned in traditional dress and tattoos. Witness how their unique body art tells stories of bravery, lineage, and spirituality dating back to c. 1920. Meet four individuals hailing from Borneo, representing the diverse tapestry of cultures within Southeast Asia. Their faces reflect resilience, wisdom, and an unbreakable bond with their ancestral lands. Journey into history through A. M. Cameron's remarkable documentation of Dyaks belonging to the Tribe of Badjows during his visit to Borneo in 1875. Gain insights into their daily lives, customs, and rich heritage that have stood strong over centuries. Marvel at Dyaks skillfully constructing houses using local materials as depicted by A. M. Cameron's photographs from his expedition to Borneo in 1875. Witness their architectural prowess blending seamlessly with nature's bounty. Admire intricate ceremonial cloths such as Pua sungkit from Indonesia (19th century) and Pua kombu from Malaysia - testaments to Dyaks' mastery of textile craftsmanship that encapsulates stories passed down through generations. Uncover a chilling yet fascinating aspect as engraved images reveal decorated Dyak skulls - symbols steeped in ritualistic practices that shed light on ancient beliefs surrounding life after death among these indigenous communities. Delve into Sarawak's Hundred Years under White Rajahs rule.