Hypothetical framework for luminescence effect as advanced decoration on Labu Sayong

Sayong clay is a material for craft making of the traditional pottery in Malaysia. The pottery work crafted as a water vessel adapting the form of pumpkin/bottle gourd is called Labu Sayong. Further inspired by the nature, the decoration on Labu Sayong body used the flora and fauna as main motif. In this present work, a hypothetical framework of using advanced luminescent materials was proposed to underline the study on how the existing decoration can be enhanced further by using the luminescent effect. A comprehensive review in observing the current ceramic based luminescent materials was carried out and proposed as part of the framework. In this framework, the understanding of the Labu Sayong decoration will be also investigated to suit the luminescent effect. Finally, this framework will allow other researches to embark on this study and thus reviving the Malaysia national heritage of Labu Sayong.