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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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Cycling race tour de siak
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Soeman HS Library
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Batik Motifs
Tabir Tanjung
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Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Pucuk Rebung Riau
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Motifs
Pati-Pati Pinehiku
It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga
Bekantan Pakis
This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Gedhog Kembang Waluh
a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with
Durian Pecah
Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of
La Galigo
La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even
Leuit Sijimat
This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:
Gumin Tambun
Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and
Tengkawang Ampiek
With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of
Daun Simpor
This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical
Paqbarre Allo
The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as
Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)
The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and
Ikan tambal
The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is
Besurek Rembulan
This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe
Tangerang Herang
Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of
Kerawang Tegak Aceh
The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong
Tubo Kelapa
Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more
Pattimura
Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in
Keluak Daun Pakis
The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of
Bale Lumbu
This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the
Karawo Pinang
Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original
Merak Ngeram
The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and
Buketan Bali
The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is
Cengkeh
The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents
Karawo Mahkuta
Mahkuta refers to Gorontalo’s traditional crown. It represents noble characters of
Biji Kopi
The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in
Srimanganti
The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to
Burung Bidadari
Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an
Kasih Tak Sampai
‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to
Gonggong Siput
Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around
Gurdo Solo
Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,
Honai
The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in
Pala Salawaku
This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely
Prada Papua
The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that
Bultiya
The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely
Gajah Way Kambas
The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes
Tabir Tanjung
Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in
Sekar Jati
Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that
Awan Berarak
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word ‘Awan Berarak’ means the
Rumah Mamuju
the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house
Dayak Taghol
Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents
Salakanagara
Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land
Kain Cual
Cual textile tradition has existed since the 17th century. The word “Cual” refers to
Rangkiang
The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes
Pinawetengan
The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in
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
Kawung
The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for
Enggang Dayak
Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural
Sero Tangga
The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil
Wakatobi
It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes
Mahkota Siger
Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and
Tenun Bima
The motifs are adopted from Bima woven textile. This pattern has received a great
Wirasat
Wirasat or divine inspiration is a gift from God. This inspiration is symbolized by
Gonggong Beruntun
This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and
Sekomandi
Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”
Parang Seling
Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of
Parang Rusak
Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by
Desa Na Tolu
The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and
Lok Baintan Floating Market
As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even
Hiu Taliyasan
Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to
Gigi Haruan Lidi
The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of
Jupri Kembang Teh
Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of
Kuda Kupang
Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring
Taiganja
Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is
Lontara
The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that
Angsa Duo
According to legend, the Angso duo batik motif is a pair of swans that are believed to have led Princess
Ake Patra
Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of
Tanah Liek
The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as
Daun Lada Hitam
The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung
Bintik Tujuh
The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as
Kaharingan
The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes
Gamolan
This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is