Phaeng Mai Gallery, founded As one of Laos’s first registered textile companies to export internationally
ABOUT US
Phaeng Mai Gallery, founded in 1993 in Vientiane, Laos, is a premier textile company dedicated to the preservation and promotion of traditional Lao weaving. Established by master weaver Ms. Phaeng Nanthavongdouangsy and her two daughters, Ms. Kongthong and Ms. Viengkham, the gallery continues a proud family legacy of weaving artistry passed down through generations.
As one of Laos’s first registered textile companies to export internationally, Phaeng Mai Gallery has become a symbol of cultural pride and craftsmanship, offering high-quality handwoven silk and cotton products that reflect the elegance and depth of Lao heritage.
OUR SERVICES
Production Design
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Manufacturing
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Marketing and selling
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HOW WE WORKS
Weaving traditions have been passed down through generations in their family, forming a strong foundation for producing high-quality and distinctive textiles.
Phaeng Mai is one of the first officially registered weaving companies in Lao PDR for export since the inception of the “New Imagination” national policy. It continues to evolve by developing textile designs in three main styles: traditional, contemporary, and modern Art Piece. All products are created with natural and eco-friendly dyes.
PRODUCT
GALLERY
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SIGNATURE PRODUCTS
- Lao Handwoven Silk: Produced with natural dyes on traditional looms, known for intricate motifs deeply rooted in Lao mythology and everyday life
- Pha Sin and Traditional Garments: Beautifully crafted Lao skirts and Lao innovative costumes of different ethnic groups as well as ceremonial pieces.
- Scarves and Accessories: Delicate silk scarves, including award-winning designs
- Cotton Handicrafts: Including blankets, throws, and home décor (highlight: Phaeng Mai scarves)
Organic Cotton Yarns and Fabrics: Eco-friendly, ethically produced textiles
FOUNDER HIGHLIGHT
Ms.Kongthong
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Biography
Born in Houaphanh Province into a lineage of traditional weavers, Ms. Kongthong Nanthavongdouangsy began weaving at the age of 6. Her academic path led her to earn a Master of Art in Education from the Pyatigorsk University of Philology in Former Soviet Union , after which she returned to her roots in textile arts.
As a master weaver, textile educator, and cultural ambassador, Ms. Kongthong has worked as a consultant for oth National and international organizations, including TDF, UNIDO, UNDP, and DED/GTZ, contributing to projects in Laos, Bhutan, and Thailand.
She is a driving force in the revival and modernization of Lao textiles, blending cultural authenticity with innovative design, while mentoring a new generation of artisans.
Awards & Recognitions
1992 – UNESCO Prize for Creativity in Traditional Textiles
2005 – Good Design Award (Japan)
2006 – Seal of Excellence, Asian Pacific Handicraft Development Association
2010 – Outstanding Artist in Fine Arts, Ministry of Information, Culture,(Government of Laos)
2013 – ASEAN Master Craftsmen on Textile (ASEAN Secretariat)
2014 – Asian Living Human Treasures, Asia Cooperation Dialogue (Manila)
2015 – ASEAN Craft Innovation Award, SACICT (Thailand)
2016 – Gold Medal, Government of Lao PDR
2020 – WCC-Asia Pacific Award of Excellence (Tashkent, Uzbekistan)
2023 – Craft Masters of Southeast Asia, WCC-Pacific region