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The Danar Hadi Batik Museum
Batik of Royal Palace at Danar Hadi Museum (photo: IndonesiaBatik)
The Danar Hadi Museum in Solo (photo: Instabook)
The Danar Hadi Batik Museum
Do you want to travel the time through batik? One of the must-visit destinations in Central Java for the purpose is the Danar Hadi Batik Museum. It stores a collection of more than 1,200 batik textiles, ranging from ancient ones preserved from the days of the Mataram Empire in the 18th Century to the latest ones. Here you could learn and discover the meanings of the motifs, the cultural influences reflected in the motifs, as well as the historic usage of each textile. The museum also provides a guided tour in English, with an expert giving in-depth explanation of each piece. The museum is integrated with the batik gallery and workshop, where you could observe the production and buy premium quality batik textiles at affordable prices.
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Batik Motifs
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Sido Mulyo
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Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
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Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Taiganja
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Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by