The kawa of the Janairo family from Barangay Sibay, Caluya is a large cauldron believed to date back to the early 1800s and was once used for sugar production. Measuring 23.5 inches tall and 52 inches in diameter, the kawa is made of pure steel which, despite the rust, remains durable and usable. It is believed that the kawa was made during the Spanish colonial period and was passed down through generations of the Janairo family. The kawa was hidden during the Japanese occupation to prevent it from being confiscated. It holds significant social, economic, historical, and aesthetic value, especially in its unique size compared to other kawa. Although the kawa has stains, abrasions, and rust, the kawa remains a valuable artifact, reflecting the area’s agricultural history and the family’s legacy.
Photo Credit/s:
Caluya Cultural Mappers, August 13, 2021
Mappers:
LOLITA P. IMPORTANTE-Sabang I ES,,NOETA E. YAP-Salamento ES,,JOHN LESTER Y. DIONELA-Banago ES,,BABYJANE B. PANGANIBAN-Semirara NHS,,ARNEE LORRAINE P. IMPORTANTE-Caluya NHS,,ROMUEL PALACIOS-Caluya NHS,
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