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Indonesian Stamp Museum in Taman Mini Indonesia Indah

Indonesian Stamp Museum (photo: Jejak Piknik)

Museum of Indonesia, Taman Mini Indonesia Indah/Indonesian Cultural Park (photo: Gunawan Kartapranata)

 Indonesian Stamp Museum

This quaint museum will bring you back to in time, to when smartphones and internet technology were not even dreamt of. It brings home the stark realization that getting connected with people from long distance was nearly impossible once upon a time. The museum exhibits all types of stamps from all over the world, as well as different gadgets and items relating to the business of getting letters delivered safely. The Stamp Museum is part of the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, or the Beautiful Indonesian Cultural Park complex. The Park spans a total area of 100 hectares, and it contains a number of pavilions showcasing the collections of Indonesian vernacular architecture, traditional clothing, cultural objects, and dances as well as textile heritage of all 34 provinces. Are you ready to take a journey back in time?  

 

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Batik Motifs

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Rasamala

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

 

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Motifs

Prada Papua

The word “Prada” in the Javanese-Indonesian dialect means a batik textile that

Rangkiang

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

Kalo Sara

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

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Burung Bidadari

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Parang Seling

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

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Pala Salawaku

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Manguni Minahasa

Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a

Desa Na Tolu

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

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Sekar Jati

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

Angsa Duo

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Samudra

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

Kaharingan

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

Gumin Tambun

Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and

Cengkeh

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Leuit Sijimat

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Teguh Bersatu

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

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tikar Natuna

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

Pisang Bali

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Tidayu

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

Anggrek Tewu

This motif is created based on the local wisdom and philosophy of

Wakatobi

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

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kain Cual

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Gamolan

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

Taiganja

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and

Bomba Mawar

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gurdo Solo

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Pattimura

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

Kawung

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

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

Alam Pantai

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Srimanganti

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Lontara

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Biji Kopi

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Tenun Bima

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

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Daun Sirih

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

Besurek Rafflesia

The term “Basurek” refers to a textile that contains letters or inscriptions

Tanah Liek

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Bultiya

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Wirasat

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Ikan tambal

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Parang Rusak

Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by

Sekomandi

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Awan Berarak

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

Durian Pecah

Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

Merak Lasem

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

Rasamala

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

La Galigo

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