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Idrus Tintin Cultural Center

The Idrus Tintin Cultural Centre (photo: Suryapost)
Idrus Tintin Cultural Center
Idrus Tintin Art Pavilion is an exhibition and cultural building in Pekanbaru. With a unique Riau-Malay style architecture, this building became the center of art and the Indonesian Film Festival (FFI) event in 2007. The name of the building was derived from a theater art innovator in Riau, Idrus Tintin.
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Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Ake Patra
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Manguni Minahasa
Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Daun Simpor
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Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Kaganga Tanah Rejang
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Gigi Haruan Lidi
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Dayak Taghol
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Parang Rusak
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Karawo Mahkuta
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Jumputan Bintang
The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to
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
Besurek Rafflesia
The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
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
Gorga Simeol-Meol
The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and
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Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Teguh Bersatu
This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is
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
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Bomba Mawar
This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Sandeq
Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Sido Mulyo
Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Ukir Sentani
The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Tifa Totobuang
The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Malinau Cultural Festival
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Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Awan Berarak
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Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Gentala Arasy
Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of
Singayaksa
The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Pucuk Rebung Riau
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Leuit Sijimat
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Buketan Bali
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Kaharingan
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Tubo Kelapa
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Angsa Duo
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Daun Sirih
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Raja Ampat
Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in
Gajah Way Kambas
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