Author: Unknown 2012.12 pg. (English and Indonesian)
Publisher: Batik Inc. Yogyakarta
The catalog presents the history of the museum, which in 2022 sadly has closed its doors following bankruptcy and the pandemic, after the third generation of Indo-Chinese batikers.
Author: Unknown, 2012, 30pg. Catalog. (Malay & English). Softcover
Publisher: National Textile Museum, Kualalumpur
This Catalog was published on the official opening of the Muzium Tekstil Negara, on17 April 2012 by the wife of the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Datin Paduka Seri Rosmah Mansor. The booklet introduces the diverse galleries of which the beautiful Muzium is so famous for.
Author: Team of curators, 2012. 234pg. (English)
Publisher: Department of Museums. Malaysia
From 1960 to 1990, Malaysian batik experienced significant growth, with wax-stamped designs becoming very popular and featuring diverse motifs and colors. The traditional batik sarong transformed into yardage for tailored clothing, and new materials were introduced for wax stamping and freehand drawing.
Author: BERNARD BART, 2024. 17 pg. (English)
Publisher: Springer Verlag (forth coming), Germany
The booklet highlights the author's commitment to reviving the traditional handicraft of songket (brocade) in West Sumatra. It details his thorough research into historical patterns, the innovative design of new ones, and the intensive training he provided to weavers in the essential skills required to produce songket cloth. He expertly sourced high-quality yarns, constructed looms, and implemented technical innovations, culminating in the establishment of his own songket studio in 2008. At the forefront of the movement to preserve this art form, the author candidly addresses the challenges he encountered, which he articulates clearly at the end of the booklet.
Author: Vera Jenny Basiroen, 2024. 294pgs. (Indonesian & English). Softcover
Publisher: Kompas Penerbit Buku, Jakarta
This volume constitutes a comprehensive guide for batik artisans, with particular emphasis on those working in Lasem, who seek to create new motifs for Lasem batiks. The development of these innovative patterns represents a vital undertaking in safeguarding the cultural heritage of Lasem batik and ensuring its continuity in the face of potential decline. By introducing fresh and imaginative designs that enhance the aesthetic allure of hand-drawn Lasem batiks, this work envisions the ushering in of a new era of artistic vitality. Within its pages, the author offers profound insights and creative inspirations intended to empower artisans in the pursuit of sustainable design practices. Such practices not only contribute to the longevity of Lasem batik but also foster its growth as a dynamic cultural tradition. The book introduces several categories of motifs, including: Patterns of Nature: Representations of flora, fauna, and natural landscapes that embody harmony with the environment. Patterns of Everyday Activities: Visual narratives drawn from daily life, reflecting the rhythms of community and domestic existence. Patterns of Historical Stories: Motifs inspired by local legends, historical events, and collective memory, preserving cultural identity through visual storytelling. Patterns of Javanese–Chinese Acculturation: Designs that embody the syncretic blending of Javanese and Chinese artistic traditions, symbolizing intercultural dialogue and heritage.
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