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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

Tourist Attractions in Bangka Belitung

Bangka Belitung

Batik Motifs

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Daun Simpor

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

Biji Kopi

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

Kain Cual

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

 

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Motifs

Awan Berarak

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Taiganja

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kawung

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

Gamolan

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

Desa Na Ualu

The Gorga motif of Ualu Village is the symbol of the eight cardinal

Tongkonan

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

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Cengkeh

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Gentala Arasy

Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of

Wirasat

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

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Rasamala

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

Tidayu

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

Gonggong Beruntun

This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and

Lok Baintan Floating Market

As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Gonggong Siput

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Buketan Bali

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Singayaksa

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

Angsa Duo

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

Sekomandi

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Rangkiang

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Peresean

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

Samudra

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Parang Seling

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

Sekar Jati

Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that

Paqbarre Allo

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pisang Bali

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

Biji Kopi

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Sero Tangga

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

La Galigo

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

Bultiya

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

You will witness a unique competition that might not be found other than in

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Leuit Sijimat

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Daun Simpor

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

Karawo Pinang

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

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

Wakatobi

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

Alam Pantai

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Srimanganti

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

Lontara

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

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Daun Sirih

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Kaharingan

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

Tenun Bima

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Bomba Mawar

This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates

Tubo Kelapa

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

Tanah Liek

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong

Tangerang Herang

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Merak Lasem

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Kalo Sara

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Pattimura

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

Ake Patra

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gorga Simeol-Meol

The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and