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Cual Woven Textile Museum

Cual Woven Museum (photo: Travel.Detik)

Cual Woven Textile Museum

This museum is the first and only museum in Pangkalpinang that provides insight into the typical woven fabric of Bangka Belitung. Ishadi Cual Fabric Museum displayed a 200-years-old woven fabric and other precious textile heritage. Cual weaving was originally a traditional cloth from the Muntok region, developed around the 17th century. Cual woven cloth is very famous for its smooth texture. Its variety of flora and fauna patterns stand out like a relief of motifs when viewed from a distance.

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Cual Woven Textile Museum

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Bangka Belitung

Batik Motifs

Kain Cual

Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to

Daun Simpor

This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Biji Kopi

The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in

 

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Angsa Duo

According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess

Bultiya

The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely

Gamolan

This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Ukir Sentani

The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is

Tongkonan

Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Merak Lasem

The peacock is considered to be the king of the birds. It represents

Daun Simpor

This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Tidayu

The name of this motif is the acronym of three ethnics namely,

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Singayaksa

The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to

Burung Bidadari

Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an

Wakatobi

It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes

Besurek Rafflesia

The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Durian Pecah

Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

Tikar Natuna

The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in

Gonggong Siput

Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around

Kaharingan

The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes

Wirasat

Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Kain Cual

Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as

Bale Lumbu

This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the

Pucuk Rebung Riau

Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and

Tangerang Herang

Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of

Dayak Kamang

Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Dayak Taghol

Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents

Pintu Aceh

The motif is inspired by Aceh’s traditional architecture that has

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kalo Sara

Kalo Sara is a sacred motif for Tolaki ethnic. It is considered as

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Kuda Kupang

Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Prada Papua

The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Gigi Haruan Lidi

The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of

Gajah Way Kambas

The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes

Sekomandi

Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”

Alam Pantai

The word “Alam Pantai” refers to the natural beauty of

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Srimanganti

The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to

Rasamala

The Rasamala Batik motif is associated with a story when the Dutch came

Sero Tangga

The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Hiu Taliyasan

Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Desa Na Tolu

The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

Teguh Bersatu

This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of

Taiganja

Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is

Karawo Pinang

Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original

Pala Salawaku

This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Anggrek Tewu

This motif is created based on the local wisdom and philosophy of

Samudra

This art painting means to be strong-willed person to pursue

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Cengkeh

The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Gumin Tambun

Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and

Awan Berarak

Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the

Tenun Bima

The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great

Karawo Mahkuta

Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in

Enggang Dayak

Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural

Paqbarre Allo

The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Parang Seling

Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

La Galigo

La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in