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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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Bangka Belitung
Batik Motifs
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
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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Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes