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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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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

Pala Salawaku

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

 

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Batik

Motifs

Wakatobi

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

Tubo Kelapa

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

Sekar Jati

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

Sandeq

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

Peresean

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

Tikar Natuna

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

Kain Cual

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

Pisang Bali

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

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

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

Gigi Haruan Lidi

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

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Jumputan Bintang

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

Pucuk Rebung Riau

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

Karawo Mahkuta

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

Sero Tangga

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

Gentala Arasy

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

Rangkiang

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

Prada Papua

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

Samudra

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

Daun Simpor

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

Besurek Rafflesia

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

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Insang Ikan

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

Desa Na Tolu

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

Gorga Simeol-Meol

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

Leuit Sijimat

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

Lontara

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

Karawo Pinang

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

Pucuk Mekar

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

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

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

Kalo Sara

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

Awan Berarak

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

Wirasat

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

Tabir Tanjung

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

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Paqbarre Allo

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

Pintu Aceh

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

Merak Lasem

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

Biji Kopi

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

Dayak Taghol

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

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Pinawetengan

The Pinawetengan Batik pattern was taken from a prehistoric inscription in

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Ukir Sentani

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

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

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

Jupri Kembang Teh

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

Taiganja

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

Daun Lada Hitam

The black pepper motif represents the main commodity of Bangka Belitung

Bomba Mawar

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

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Bintik Tujuh

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

Pala Salawaku

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

Kuda Sepasang

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

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

Anggrek Tewu

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

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Durian Pecah

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

Merak Ngeram

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

Tanah Liek

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

Gedhog Kembang Waluh

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

Kuda Kupang

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

Kaharingan

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

Desa Na Ualu

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

Gamolan

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

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Sekomandi

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

Tidayu

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

Enggang Dayak

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

Srimanganti

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

Asmat Papua

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

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Ake Patra

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

Tangerang Herang

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

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Kasih Tak Sampai

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

Gumin Tambun

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

Gurdo Solo

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

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

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

Burung Bidadari

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

Parang Seling

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

Singayaksa

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

Rumah Mamuju

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

Honai

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

Manguni Minahasa

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

Tenun Bima

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

Waruga

Minahasa batik motifs are adopted from Waruga. Waruga is the

Teguh Bersatu

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

Gonggong Beruntun

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

Bekantan Pakis

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

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay