Author: Lourdes R. Montinola, 1991, 232pg. (English). Hardcover
Publisher: AMON Foundation, Metro Manila, the Philippines
Piña the fabric woven from fine fibers stripped from the leaves of the pineapple plant, has been produced in the philippines since the 16th Century. Its exquisite delicacy has drawn the admiration from the Philippinos and foreigners who have considered a worthy gift to dignitaries and royalty, as well as a valued heirloom to hand down within families, and preserved in museums. The book gathers through history its threads that gave being to pina: the tradition of weaving in the Philippines, and the admiration for the embroidery in Spain, the climate that made translucence in fabric a virtue, the aesthetics that made fine handwork a treasure. This book is on the history, the crafts, the art, and the social context of piña. It is the first book of its kind, drawing from history, ethnography, sociology and aesthetics in the study of appreciation of a material cultural artefact that is also an object of art.
Author: Yudhy Syarofie, 2013. 49 pgs. Including a floppy disc. (Indonesian). Soft cover.
Publisher: The Regional Education Office, Province of South Sumatra.
Based on research, traditional costumes originate from the Palembang kingdom (1587-1659) and from the Palembang Darussalam Sultanate (1564-1823). The authors mention several types of bridal costumes such as AESAN Gede for royalty and AESAN Penganggon or Pak Sangkong, a more closed costume as prescribed by the Muslim faith. The book gives a glimpse into the traditional bridal wear of South Sumatra, specifically the Palembang area, and the Ogan Komering Ilir and Ulu.
Author: Kadarisman Sastrodiwiryo, 2012. 176pgs. (Indonesian & English). Hardcover
Publisher: JP Press Media Utama, Jawa Pos Grup, Surabaya
This volume presents an exploration of the batik tradition from East Java, with particular emphasis on the distinctive works originating in Pamekasan, a cultural center on the island of Madura. East Java Batik is distinguished from the textile practices of other Javanese villages through its unique repertoire of motifs. The most emblematic which has become an icon of East Java are the ayam bekisar—a hybrid breed resulting from the crossing of the jungle fowl (Gallus varius) with the domestic red chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus)—and the teratai or waterlily, a symbol of purity and spiritual transcendence. Renowned for its bold chromatic contrasts and striking visual dynamism, Batik Pamekasan embodies a synthesis of aesthetic innovation and cultural heritage. Its designs are deeply rooted in Islamic symbolism, local folklore, and nature-inspired imagery, reflecting both spiritual devotion and ecological awareness. The technique employed is predominantly batik tulis (hand-drawn batik), which requires meticulous craftsmanship and artistic precision. This artisanal process not only preserves traditional knowledge but also affirms the enduring cultural identity of the Madurese people within the broader Indonesian batik tradition.
Author: Sandra Niessen & MJA Nashir, 2012. 63pg. (Indonesian)
Publisher: Bergoord Publishing (Netherlands) & Jakarta Textile Musium (Indonesia)
This catalog powerfully commemorates the centenary of *De Weefkunst* (The Art of Weaving), a landmark Dutch book by J.E. Jaspers and Mas Pirngadie. It stands as the second volume in a vital series of five art books that also cover Basketry, Weavings, Batik, Precious Metals, and Non-Precious Metals. Sandra Niessen has rigorously examined the authors and traced their surviving family members in the Netherlands and Indonesia, underscoring the book's crucial importance for textile researchers and those committed to understanding textile documentation throughout the Dutch Indies. In 2017, DEKRANAS took the significant step of translating *Weefkunst* and the entire series into Indonesian, now titled *Seni Kriya Pribumi pada Zaman Hindia Belanda*, with all five volumes expertly packaged together.
Author: Thousand-day ritual & Batik Exhibition after GTS Panembahan Hardjonagoro’s demise, 2011.
Publisher: Srihana Batik Tulis, Jakarta, Catalog. (Indonesian). Softcover
This commemorative catalog was published to honor and perpetuate the life and enduring legacy of Go Tik Swan Panembahan Hardjonagoro, who passed away in 2008 in Surakarta. An exhibition of his oeuvre was organized at his residence on Kratonan Street No. 101, Solo, attended by his devoted disciple Hardjosoewarno, his wife Supiyah Anggriyani, as well as numerous friends and admirers. A 1000 days ceremony after his demise, following Islamic prayers and traditional Javanese rituals, white doves were released as a symbolic gesture, signifying the collective act of returning his soul to God Almighty. In the eulogy dedicated to Panembahan Hardjonagoro, his artistic achievements were extolled as exemplars of aesthetic mastery and perfection. His batik creations were said to embody rosso (passion), kesabaran (patience), and ketelitian (meticulous precision). The exhibition featured 65 batiks produced in the Kratonan workshop alongside 27 batik works from other studios, culminating in a total of 92 pieces. These works now form part of the private collection of Supiyah Anggriyani, ensuring the preservation of his artistic heritage.
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