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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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Kei Islands

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Maluku

Batik Motifs

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Pattimura

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pala Salawaku

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

 

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Batik

Motifs

Ikan tambal

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

Samudra

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

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

Tongkonan

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

Tidayu

The name of this motif is the acronym of three ethnics 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

Alam Pantai

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

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Kalo Sara

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Ondel-ondel

Ondel – ondel is Betawi traditional icons. This motif signifies

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Sekar Jati

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Jumputan Bintang

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Wakatobi

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Peresean

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Durian Pecah

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

Rangkiang

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Gajah Way Kambas

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

Ukir Sentani

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Merak Lasem

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

Lok Baintan Floating Market

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

Gamolan

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

Ake Patra

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Barong Bali

The Barong refers to the mythological animal with supra-natural

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Raja Ampat

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

Singayaksa

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

Awan Berarak

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

Kain Cual

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Teguh Bersatu

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

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Rumah Mamuju

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

Daun Sirih

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

Sero Tangga

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Pala Salawaku

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Bekantan Pakis

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

Bale Lumbu

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

Paqbarre Allo

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Keluak Daun Pakis

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

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

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

Pattimura

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

Dayak Kamang

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Bomba Mawar

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

Lontara

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

Tanah Liek

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Kawung

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

Cengkeh

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

Insang Ikan

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

Mahkota Siger

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

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Asmat Papua

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

Hiu Taliyasan

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Burung Bidadari

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

Buketan Bali

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

Lipaq Sabe

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

Bintik Tujuh

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

Rasamala

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Tenun Bima

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

Teluk Tomini

This motif illustrates the beauty of underwater life in

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Tengkawang Ampiek

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