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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
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
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Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Pucuk Rebung Riau
Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Daun Sirih
This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
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Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Tikar Natuna
The Tikar Natuna motif is adapted from the traditional making of pandanus mats in
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan
The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is
Lipaq Sabe
Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes
Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
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Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
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
Tongkonan
Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil