Various Popular Batik Patterns You Should Know

Batik and Indonesia are 2 things that cannot be separated. Batik is an Indonesian typical fabric which has been used since a long time ago. This beautiful fabric is usually combined with kebaya or other Indonesian traditional clothes. Since it has been designated as Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO on October 2nd, 2009, the popularity of Batik continuously grows. Batik does not always look ancient and old anymore, but more elegant and classy. If you want to know more about this Indonesian traditional fabric, here are various batik patterns.

Batik Tujuh Rupa Pekalongan

Pekalongan is one of the regions in Indonesia which is famous as the center of Batik and Batik artisan area. Many various elegant Batik patterns are produced in this region. The characteristics of Batik Pekalongan are dominated by animal patterns and floral patterns. Batik from Pekalongan will look gorgeous if combined with plain clothes.

Batik Bali

Batik from the island of gods is also popular. Batik Bali is also known as Batik Denpasar. Patterns of Batik Bali are mostly inspired by various animals such as turtles, storks, and deer. The colors applied in Batik Bali are also bright ones, such as red, yellow, blue, and purple. Batik from Bali is usually sold as Bali souvenirs and souvenirs Denpasar.

Batik Keraton

Batik Keraton was firstly made by princesses and Batik artisans in Keraton, the royal family of Yogyakarta. The patterns of Batik Keraton is very rich in the nuance of elegant, sacred, and full of life philosophies. This is why this kind of Batik was only used by certain people back then. But now you can buy Batik Keraton in markets, especially in Yogyakarta.

Batik Parang Rusak

It can be said that this Batik Parang Rusak is the most seen and found Batik pattern in markets. In addition, Batik Parang Rusak is the most popular Batik pattern among Batik lovers. This pattern of Batik has a deep meaning: humans’ war in fighting against bad characters and lust during their lives. Not only for clothes, but Batik Parang Rusak is also used for other stuff such as clutches, dresses, and many more.

Batik Megamendung

Batik Megamendung is the typical Batik pattern from Cirebon. The characteristics of this pattern is the presence of clouds and the use of bright colors such as blue, dark red, dark green, and also purple. You can join a Batik class to learn to make this Batik pattern.

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