Motifs & Philosophy: Page 2

The Parang Batik Motif: Traits, Meaning, and Use

The parang batik motif, its stepped diagonal traits, the meaning of strength and perseverance, suitable fabrics, and how to use it in production.

The Kawung Batik Motif: Traits, Meaning, and Use

The kawung batik motif, its four-ellipse geometric form, the meaning of purity and harmony, suitable fabrics, and its use for uniforms and production.

Encim Batik Motif: Traits and Peranakan Context

The encim batik motif, a Peranakan expression with tiny florals and bright colour. Traits and context in general.

The Sido Batik Motif: Motif Family, Meaning, and Use

The sido batik motif is a classic Javanese motif family, Sido Asih, Sido Mukti, Sido Mulya, Sido Luhur, carrying the hope that wishes come true, and how it is used on fabric.

The Buketan Batik Motif: Traits, Meaning, and Use

The buketan batik motif, a bouquet of flowers, its meaning of beauty, and how it is used on fabric.

The Semen Batik Motif: Traits, Meaning, and Use

The semen batik motif, curving plants and birds, its meaning of nature, and how it is used on fabric.

The Sawat Batik Motif: Traits, Meaning, and Use

The sawat batik motif, a regular wing-like spreading form, its meaning of protection, and how it is used on fabric.

The Gurdo Batik Motif: Traits, Meaning, and Use

The gurdo batik motif, a repeated bird-beak-like form, its meaning of majesty, and how it is used on fabric.

Truntum Batik Motif: Story, Meaning, and Use

Mega Mendung Batik Motif: Characteristics and Meaning

Modern Batik Motif: Traits and Design Freedom

The modern batik motif, a contemporary interpretation free from classic rules. Traits and uses in general terms.

Lawasan Batik Motif: Classic and Vintage Character

The lawasan batik motif, a classic/antique visual character in batik. Traits and uses in general terms.