Awan Berarak
West Kalimantan Province – Indonesia
Awan Berarak is a combination of Dayak motifs and Malay patterns. The word “Awan Berarak” means the marching cloud in English. It represents a well-mannered person and the gentle characteristics of the Malay. As it illustrates the grace of the clouds that march in the sky above, it signifies the highness of the royal family that gives support and protection for the people. This motif is dedicated to the royal authorities of the Amantubilah Mempawah Kingdom in Pontianak.
How to preserve Batik
Philosophical Meanings of Batik
Authentic Batik
Batik Community
If you want to meet the Batik artisans, we encourage you to visit and support Batik workshops in Indonesia. You may discover the local tourism that suits your preference!
Batik Production Process in West Kalimantan
Batik production can take 1 month up to 2 years of working time depending on the purposes of the textile creation and the colour complexity. The Batik handwriting textile is generally made with 8 design steps, ranging from wax patterning to colouring process. The artists use Canting, as a tool to put hot melted wax on the cloth.
Batik Regions
Overview of West Kalimantan Province
Batik Villages in West Kalimantan Province
Other Motifs in West Kalimantan
Tidayu
The name of this motif is the acronym of three ethnics namely,
Insang Ikan
Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits
Dayak Kamang
Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to