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Siwalima Museum 

Siwalima Textile Museum  (Photo:Indonesia Kaya)

Siwalima Museum

The word “Siwalima” is composed of two words which have been taken from the history of the kingdoms which once developed in Maluku. “Siwa” makes reference to nine kingdoms formed in south Maluku and “lima” refers to the five ones in the northern part of the province. In Siwalima museum there are two buildings that showcase Maluku’s culture.

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Siwalima Museum

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Batik Motifs

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pattimura

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

 

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Motifs

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Parang Seling

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

Wakatobi

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Abimanyu Prince

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

Tidayu

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

Pattimura

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Gumin Tambun

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Biji Kopi

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

Sekar Jati

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Gonggong Siput

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Buketan Bali

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Singayaksa

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

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

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Lipaq Sabe

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

Peresean

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Malinau Cultural Festival

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Asmat Papua

The batik motif illustrates the Asmat’s sacred tribal motifs that are

Tubo Kelapa

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Tabir Tanjung

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Wirasat

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Burung Bidadari

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Enggang Dayak

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Bultiya

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

Lontara

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

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

Sandeq

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

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Bomba Mawar

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Alam Pantai

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Tengkawang Ampiek

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

Rangkiang

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pintu Aceh

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Samudra

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

Prada Papua

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Honai

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

Tongkonan

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Kalo Sara

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Ukir Sentani

The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Daun Simpor

This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical

Karawo Pinang

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Tanah Liek

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Kaharingan

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Raja Ampat

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Ake Patra

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Merak Lasem

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Gamolan

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

Parang Rusak

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

Tenun Bima

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

Kain Cual

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Durian Pecah

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

Bekantan Pakis

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