Rubangki Binti Mabok: Weaver of Sabah’s Rungus Heritage Born in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, in 1990, Rubangki binti Mabok is a profoundly significant figure within the contemporary art landscape of Sabah, Borneo. Her work isn't merely textile creation; it’s a vibrant embodiment of cultural heritage, meticulously preserved and powerfully expressed through the intricate art of Rungus weaving. The Rungus people, indigenous to the interior highlands of Sabah, have a rich tradition of weaving, utilizing natural dyes derived from local plants – turmeric, indigo, and rattan – to create textiles that t…