Kembang Sepatu | Batik Silk Indonesia
This handcrafted batik on silk quietly embodies the rich cultural heritage of Pekalongan, a city in Central Java often called the Batik City. Created with natural dyes and careful hand-painting, this piece capture the spirit of traditional craftsmanship, offering a luxurious and softly textured finish that invites touch and contemplation.
Pekalongan batik carries a character all its own, distinct from the neighboring styles of Yogyakarta and Solo. Its deeper backgrounds and vivid, nature-inspired motifs reflect a tapestry of influences—Dutch, Chinese, and Japanese—woven together by generations of artisans. The intricate depictions of flora and fauna found in Pekalongan batik speak to a timeless elegance, where each pattern tells a story shaped by both place and history.
This particular batik features hibiscus flowers, or kembang sepatu, cherished throughout Indonesia. The vibrant red hibiscus, in particular, holds special meaning in Balinese offerings and prayers, symbolizing courage and devotion.
This handcrafted batik on silk quietly embodies the rich cultural heritage of Pekalongan, a city in Central Java often called the Batik City. Created with natural dyes and careful hand-painting, this piece capture the spirit of traditional craftsmanship, offering a luxurious and softly textured finish that invites touch and contemplation.
Pekalongan batik carries a character all its own, distinct from the neighboring styles of Yogyakarta and Solo. Its deeper backgrounds and vivid, nature-inspired motifs reflect a tapestry of influences—Dutch, Chinese, and Japanese—woven together by generations of artisans. The intricate depictions of flora and fauna found in Pekalongan batik speak to a timeless elegance, where each pattern tells a story shaped by both place and history.
This particular batik features hibiscus flowers, or kembang sepatu, cherished throughout Indonesia. The vibrant red hibiscus, in particular, holds special meaning in Balinese offerings and prayers, symbolizing courage and devotion.
This handcrafted batik on silk quietly embodies the rich cultural heritage of Pekalongan, a city in Central Java often called the Batik City. Created with natural dyes and careful hand-painting, this piece capture the spirit of traditional craftsmanship, offering a luxurious and softly textured finish that invites touch and contemplation.
Pekalongan batik carries a character all its own, distinct from the neighboring styles of Yogyakarta and Solo. Its deeper backgrounds and vivid, nature-inspired motifs reflect a tapestry of influences—Dutch, Chinese, and Japanese—woven together by generations of artisans. The intricate depictions of flora and fauna found in Pekalongan batik speak to a timeless elegance, where each pattern tells a story shaped by both place and history.
This particular batik features hibiscus flowers, or kembang sepatu, cherished throughout Indonesia. The vibrant red hibiscus, in particular, holds special meaning in Balinese offerings and prayers, symbolizing courage and devotion.