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Pinawetengan Museum

Pinawetengan Museum displays various collections, ranging from pre-historic relics, ancient Minahasa tribal objects, to Dutch colonial relics. Located 4 kilometers from the museum, the prehistoric site of Watu Pinawetengan has existed since 1000 BC. It is considered a sacred site and the birthplace of Minahasa ethnic.

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Batik Motifs

Tari Kabasaran

the Kabasaran dance is a sacred dance performed in the

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Manguni Minahasa

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Gigi Haruan Lidi

The Gigi Haruan Lidi motif is taken from the name of the cork fish and is a symbol of

Kuda Sepasang

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Sekomandi

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

Sero Tangga

The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Pala Salawaku

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Insang Ikan

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

Kaharingan

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

Alam Pantai

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Raja Ampat

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

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Tongkonan

Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Parang Rusak

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

Karawo Pinang

Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original

Desa Na Ualu

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

Srimanganti

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Pisang Bali

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

Rangkiang

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Cengkeh

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Tanah Liek

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Paqbarre Allo

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Prada Papua

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

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Tidayu

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

a combination of Javanese cultural motif of the Majapahit kingdom (XII-XIV century) with

Tabir Tanjung

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

Kawung

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

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Taiganja

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Singayaksa

The Singayaksa motif comes from the name of a place where Sultan Hasanuddin used to

Durian Pecah

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

Kalo Sara

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Merak Lasem

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Wakatobi

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Jumputan Bintang

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

Angsa Duo

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

La Galigo

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

Lontara

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

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Gamolan

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

Merak Ngeram

The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and

Samudra

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Tangerang Herang

Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Bultiya

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Bunga Raye

Raye Flower motif also represents a wish for

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

Gonggong Siput

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

Rasamala

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