The Penang Peranakan Mansion showcases artifacts and a glimpse of the way of life of the Peranakans or Straits Chinese. The Peranakans are of Chinese origin who has assimilated certain Malay culture to create a unique culture of their own such as their kebayas and cuisine.
Here are some pictures of my recent visit. This place bears much resemblance to the Malaccan Peranakan Museum, they certainly have much more artifacts on display, however as this Peranakan Mansion was "recreated", it was not able to provide the feel of authenticity as compared with the Malaccan Peranakan Museum.
1. Some restoration work in progress.
2. Iron hinge, never seen one this old and of this design. Very unique and must have been very expensive during its day and even today.
3. A unique stained glass. I've not seen many stained glass windows in Malaysia and I really love this one.
4. A unique carved door in gold. Very intricate design.
5. Interesting motifs on the tiles. Must be very old ones since you can't see any grout in between. You don't get this workmanship these days.
6. Another motif
7. I loved this, and took a picture. A corner porcelain wash basin with flower motifs. Never seen this before.
8. Tiffin carriers, maybe not unique to Baba and Nyonya culture, but I've never seen one this old before. The array of colors, size, design and innovative accessories made it interesting. You see the 3rd from the right which has different heights and a tube which I guess was to hold chopsticks.
For more info (ie: address, entrance rates and history), please visit http://www.pinangperanakanmansion.com.my/
Here are some pictures of my recent visit. This place bears much resemblance to the Malaccan Peranakan Museum, they certainly have much more artifacts on display, however as this Peranakan Mansion was "recreated", it was not able to provide the feel of authenticity as compared with the Malaccan Peranakan Museum.
1. Some restoration work in progress.
2. Iron hinge, never seen one this old and of this design. Very unique and must have been very expensive during its day and even today.
3. A unique stained glass. I've not seen many stained glass windows in Malaysia and I really love this one. 
4. A unique carved door in gold. Very intricate design. 
5. Interesting motifs on the tiles. Must be very old ones since you can't see any grout in between. You don't get this workmanship these days. 
6. Another motif
7. I loved this, and took a picture. A corner porcelain wash basin with flower motifs. Never seen this before. 
8. Tiffin carriers, maybe not unique to Baba and Nyonya culture, but I've never seen one this old before. The array of colors, size, design and innovative accessories made it interesting. You see the 3rd from the right which has different heights and a tube which I guess was to hold chopsticks. For more info (ie: address, entrance rates and history), please visit http://www.pinangperanakanmansion.com.my/
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