Batik 77 in Yogyakarta

The term batik (literally “tie-dye”) refers to a process of dyeing cloth with multiple colors using the wax resist technique. The process is a time-consuming one in which the fabric is drawn and dipped in various dyes many times to achieve the desired pattern. The drawing and dipping process takes several days. A specialized skill and patience are needed in this art. The result is a beautiful work of art that can be appreciated for its beauty and craftsmanship as well as its cultural significance.

The Museum Batik Keraton Yogyakarta is a museum in the Palace of Yogyakarta Sultanate that displays thousands of collections of batik. It was founded in 2005 and inaugurated by Sultan Hamengkubuwono X. The museum contains batik collections from a variety of regions in Java such as kawung, grompol, semen, gringsing, nitik, cuwiri, parang and other motifs.

Sundanese batik, also known as Parahyangan batik, comes from the West Java and Banten region in Indonesia. The motifs are mostly floral in nature and are very delicate in appearance. rtp batik77 of natural indigo as the primary dye is common amongst this type of batik.

Another type of batik that originated from the Sundanese region is Angkong batik. This type of batik is more durable and resembles traditional Javanese sarongs. The motifs used in this type of batik are more detailed than those used in other types of batik.

Among the famous Angkong batik motifs are the truntum motif, which was developed by Queen Kanjeng Ratu Kencana (Queen Sunan Paku Buwana III) in the years 1749-1799. The truntum symbolizes true and unconditional love as well as loyalty and devotion. The truntum motif also represents a form of guidance and help to guide others in life.

The truntum motif is very popular for weddings. During the wedding ceremony, the bride and groom wear the Sidomulyo or Sidolmukti batik. The truntum pattern is believed to bring good luck and prosperity for the couple and their family in the future.