Key takeaways
A research project led by Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris documented six century-old wooden pulpits in Perak, highlighting their preservation and craftsmanship. The study, funded by the state government, examined decorative elements and cultural narratives of these historic mosque structures.
- Researchers identified six pulpits over 100 years old in Perak mosques, including Masjid Ubudiah and Masjid Batu.
- The project ran from June to October 2026 and was funded by the Perak state government through PORT.
- Pulpits were constructed using durable woods like cengal, resak, and red meranti, featuring unique artisan designs.
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More than a century after they were crafted and intricately carved, the wooden pulpits (mimbar) of six of the oldest mosques in Perak remain remarkably well-preserved, standing as a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of local artisans of the past.
These pulpits, among the most important structures in a mosque, are not merely functional features but also works of art that tell stories of their craftsmen and the history behind their creation.
This is among the findings uncovered through the Perak Heritage Pulpit Consultancy Project 2026, undertaken by a team of researchers led by Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) senior lecturer at the Faculty of Arts, Sustainability and Creative Industries, Dr Harleny Abd Arif.
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