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Let the elegance of batik patterns inspire your style
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items Batik patterns, or motifs, are central to the art and cultural significance of batik in Javanese society. Each pattern carries specific meanings, stories, and cultural values, often linked to social status, nature, mythology, or spiritual beliefs.
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Batik Parang
Batik Kawung
Batik Sido Mukti
Batik Truntum
Batik Mega Mendung
Batik Sekar Jagad
Batik Parang
Parang is one of the oldest batik motifs, symbolizing strength, power, and continuous effort. The word "parang" itself means "sword" or "machete," reflecting the diagonal, knife-like design of the pattern.Traditionally, Parang was reserved for the ro...
The most well-known variation, with a pattern of diagonal lines resembling waves or broken swords. It symbolizes the continuous struggle against evil, with the wearer expected to embody strong moral character.
Batik Parang Rusak
A larger version of the Parang pattern, representing greater power and wisdom, often worn by kings and high-ranking officials.
Batik Parang Barong
depiction of feminine image, gentleness, wise behavior, and refined behavior.
Batik Parang Klitik
Batik Kawung
Kawung is a classic motif that symbolizes purity, justice, and wisdom. The pattern resembles the cross-section of a sugar palm fruit (kolang-kaling) or lotus flower, both of which are symbols of purity in Javanese culture.The Kawung motif was also tr...
The Sen kawung motif is also one of the popular kawung motifs, because the size of the details is the size of a sen coin. In ancient times, sen coins were used to be scattered when carrying corpses, so this type of kawung is also used to cover corpse...
MOTIF BATIK KAWUNG SEN
A smaller version of the Kawung pattern, resembling small coins, representing financial prosperity and order.
MOTIF BATIK KAWUNG PICIS
A slightly larger variation, symbolizing a broader reach of justice and authority.
MOTIF BATIK KAWUNG BRIBIL
The Kawung Sekar Ageng motif is illustrated with a kawung motif that is relatively larger than other types of kawung, because ageng means large, and sekar is a depiction of a flower.
MOTIF BATIK KAWUNG SEKAR AGENG
The Kawung Semar motif consists of two parts, namely the large part and the small part. The large part has four large circles, with oval circles for the small part. Some of the famous colors for this kawung semar are white, yellow, black, and sogan
MOTIF BATIK KAWUNG SEMAR
Batik Sido Mukti
Sido Mukti translates to "continuous happiness and prosperity." This pattern is often used in weddings, symbolizing the hope that the couple will enjoy a prosperous and harmonious life together.Sido Mukti was traditionally worn during important cerem...
Sidomukti Garuda Batik is a combination of plant elements and Garuda bird elements.
Batik Sidomukti Garuda
Sidomukti Ornamen Meru.The meru ornament symbolizes majesty, splendor, and steadfastness. Meru has the meaning of hope that the wearer will gain prosperity.
Batik Sidomukti Ornamen Meru
Sidomukti Kupu-Kupu. Butterflies as a symbol of freedom and perfection teach that to achieve happiness in life requires a process that is sometimes painful.
Kain Batik Sidomukti Kupu-kupu
Sidomulyo Sogan Klasik.This motif has become popular due to its popularity as one of the classic Sidomulyo batik motifs.
Batik Sidomukti Sogan Klasik
Batik Truntum
Truntum is a pattern that symbolizes everlasting love and loyalty. The word "truntum" means to guide or lead, and it is often associated with the idea of eternal guidance and support, particularly in marriage.Traditionally, Truntum Batik is worn by t...
Batik Truntum Garuda.Usually this batik is used for the procession or wedding ceremony with Javanese and Solo customs. Batik truntum garuda is worn by the parents of the bride and groom with the hope of guiding and directing the bride and groom to en...
Batik Truntum Garuda
Batik Mega Mendung
Mega Mendung translates to "cloudy sky," and the pattern is characterized by its cloud-like shapes. It symbolizes fertility, prosperity, and the nurturing power of rain. It also reflects calmness and serenity, similar to the feeling of seeing clouds ...
The word “Mega” means the sun rays, and “Mendung” is an Indonesian word that indicates the cloud that covers the sun. This cloud motif implies staying cool and calm in any situation, and being an inspiring, lofty-minded leader who protects and cares ...
Sejarah, Makna dan Ciri Batik Megamendung
Batik Sekar Jagad
Sekar Jagad can be translated as "flowers of the universe" or "the beauty of the world." It symbolizes the diversity and beauty of the world, celebrating the idea of unity in diversity.Sekar Jagad is often used in formal settings, such as weddings or...
This Sekar Jagad Batik motif cloth is able to depict beauty and prettiness for every wearer.
Mengenal Motif Batik Sekar Jagad dan Makna Simbol Keindahannya
Batik Ceplok
Ceplok is a geometric pattern that can vary widely in its forms, often representing order, balance, and harmony. The word "ceplok" itself refers to a type of motif where shapes like stars, flowers, or other geometric forms are arranged in a repetitiv...
It can be interpreted that the ceplok batik motif represents the unification of good life values, starting from order, harmony, to wisdom.
Mengenal Batik Ceplok, dari Asalnya hingga Variasi Motifnya