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Idrus Tintin Cultural Center

The Idrus Tintin Cultural Centre (photo: Suryapost)

Idrus Tintin Cultural Center

Idrus Tintin Art Pavilion is an exhibition and cultural building in Pekanbaru. With a unique Riau-Malay style architecture, this building became the center of art and the Indonesian Film Festival (FFI) event in 2007. The name of the building was derived from a theater art innovator in Riau, Idrus Tintin.

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Batik Motifs

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Pucuk Rebung Riau

Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

 

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Kaganga Tanah Rejang

If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes

Abimanyu Prince

This motif implies a hope that the wearer will have the wisdom of

Sero Tangga

The Sero Tangga illustrates an endearing feeling and sacrifices of a person to fulfil

Salakanagara

Salakanagara batik motif illustrates the first kingdom in the Betawi land

Gentala Arasy

Built as high as 80 meters, the tower also highlights the historical side of

La Galigo

La Galigo is a literary work of the Buginese Epic that has 300 thousand epic lines. It is considered even

Pala Salawaku

This motif illustrates the unique weapons of the Maluku region, namely

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

Pantai Ambon

Ambon city batik depicts the natural wealth and marine life of

Pucuk Mekar

This motive reflects the joy and gratitude to God over the grace of

Ukir Sentani

The Ukir motif is a batik motif that is inspired by various traditional Sentani wood carvings

Gorga Simeol-Meol

The Gorga Simeol-meol is a pattern of plant tendrils. it is regarded as a symbol of longevity and

Sekomandi

Its philosophical meaning is the eternal union which refers to a saying “until death do us part”

Bultiya

The word ‘Bultiya’ is an acronym of the three major tribes in North Kalimantan, namely

Rangkiang

The word “Rangkiang” refers to the rice granary in the Minangkabau language. It symbolizes

Mega Mendung

Mega Mendung signifies the cloud. This motif means to stay

Desa Na Tolu

The Desa Na Tolu characteristic pattern symbolizes the Batak philosophy of existence and

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Dayak Taghol

Dayak Taghol has a distinctive style of four curved lines and small dots. This motif represents

Tifa Totobuang

The batik motifs illustrate Maluku’s traditional music instrument called

Desa Na Ualu

The Gorga motif of Ualu Village is the symbol of the eight cardinal

Samudra

This art painting means to be strong-willed person to pursue

Kamaro Timika

This motif is inspired by sacred symbols of Kamaro communities in

Manguni Minahasa

Manguni is identified as the symbol of the Minahasa people. Manguni is known as a

Ikan tambal

The word “Ikan” refers to fish. The philosophical meaning of Ikan Tambal means is

Merak Ngeram

The hatching peacock motif has a very deep meaning which refers to the sacrifice and

Tubo Kelapa

Coconut tree is a symbol of a good character and strong mentality. It illustrates the more success a person, the more

Teguh Bersatu

This batik motif shows the strength of the people of Kupang. It also represents a sense of

Paqbarre Allo

The word “Barre” means round and “Allo” means the sunlight. This motif is interpreted as

Lontara

The Lontara script itself is a typical ancient script of Bugis and Makassar communities. History records that

Gamolan

This motif illustrates Gamolan, a bamboo musical instrument of Lampung that is

Kerawang Tegak Aceh

The Vertical Upright (Kerawang Tegak) Motif symbolizes a person who has a strong

Kerawang Datar

This motif symbolizes the embodiment of of religious values for

Wakatobi

It symbolizes the coastal beauty of the Wakatobi island and the symbol of Patra symbolizes

Pucuk Rebung Riau

Pucuk Rebung symbolizes heart determination in achieving goals, good luck, and

Bayam Raja

The Raja Bayam Sasirangan motif illustrates the social status of

Taiganja

Taiganja is a precious gold pendant that shows the social status of the Kaili family. It is

Besurek Rembulan

This batik illustrates praise for God who created the wonderful universe

Mahkota Siger

Siger is the crown of a noblewoman in ancient time. It is a symbol of femininity, strength, and

Biji Kopi

The coffee seeds motif illustrates the pride of local coffee specialities in

Rumah Mamuju

the Batik motif illustrates the house of Mamuju King with the stairs, located on the left of the wooden stage house

Insang Ikan

Insang refers to the gills of the fish. This is a typical pattern of Malay ethnic who inhabits

Gajah Way Kambas

The motif illustrates the Lampung’s natural reserve, the Way Kambas. it also symbolizes

Bomba Mawar

This motif means sacred love for family, kingdom, and God; It also illustrates

Anggrek Tewu

This motif is created based on the local wisdom and philosophy of

Ceplok Gayo Aceh

The variety of colors shows the differences in society that

Pintu Aceh

The motif is inspired by Aceh’s traditional architecture that has

Sinaran

This pattern originates from Cirebon. It represents the reflection of

Hiu Taliyasan

Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to

Tabir Tanjung

Tanjung flower is a type of Cherry tree flower, which is commonly found in

Kasih Tak Sampai

‘Kasih Tak Sampai’ is an idiom in the Indonesian language which refers to

Lok Baintan Floating Market

As you can imagine, the most authentic thing is that you can buy things and even

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as

Bintik Tujuh

The Bintik Tujuh (Seven Dots) motif has 7 white spots and green color gradation as

Durian Pecah

Broken Durian motifs depict the foundation of faith. The second half signifies the mastery of

Tidayu

The name of this motif is the acronym of three ethnics namely,

Tongkonan

Toraja’s traditional house is called Tongkonan. Tongkonan is a place for

Daun Sirih

This motif illustrates betel leaves that are used by Lombok communities as traditional

Keluak Daun Pakis

The word “Keluak” is a Minang language which means twisted or tangled. The Motif of

Tangerang Herang

Tangerang Herang motif is a symbol of Tangerang city. The Tangerang Herang batik motif consists of

Gumin Tambun

Based on Hindu mythology, this motif symbolizes lucks, abundant wealth, and

Tifa Papua

This motif was derived from traditional Papuan musical instruments,

Banji Cirebon

The Banji motif is the symbol of protection and

Lipaq Sabe

Lipaq Saqbe contains a simple geometric classical motif with various flower decorations. This textile is

Jumputan Bintang

The word Jumputan means the tie-dye technique, while the word “Bintang” refers to

Gajah Mungkur

Semantically, it means a huge longing emotion trapped in the

Burung Bidadari

Bidadari birds are endemic birds in Halmahera. This motif represents an

Enggang Dayak

Local people beliefs that hornbills are an incarnation of the Commander of the Birds. It has supernatural

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Awan Larat Riau

This motif is usually associated with gentleness, wisdom, and

Bekantan Pakis

This motif represents Pakis Haji (Polystichum setiferum), an endemic plant in

Gurdo Solo

Gurdo or garuda bird is the mount of the Indian god Vishnu. As the Sun Bird,

Pisang Bali

This batik motif is usually given by a person to his/her lover who is

Kuda Kupang

Horses symbolize wealth. It contains noble values of virtuous characters that bring

Cengkeh

The clove flower motif is the main commodity of the Tolitoli Regency. This motif represents

Srimanganti

The name of the Srimanganti motif is derived from Palace’s hallway that connects to

Sido Mulyo

Sidomulyo is one of the classical motifs, which is specifically used for the bride’s costume in

Tampuk Manggis Sasirangan

The motif illustrates the philosophy of the mangosteen fruit, which is

Kaharingan

The Kaharingan or ‘tree of life’ based on the Dayak tribes’ belief system. This tree symbolizes

Sekar Jati

Sekar means flower and Jati refers to teak trees that symbolizes a strong mental character that

Leuit Sijimat

This motif reflects the daily activities of the Baduy tribe in Banten. The main ornaments of batik motif consist of:

Pattimura

Pattimura is the name of an Indonesian hero who fought against colonialism in

Peresean

The Peresean is a game that sometimes some kinds of magic are

Daun Simpor

This motif is inspired by the Simpor plant (Dillenia Suffruticosa) which is a typical

Pohon Hayat (Tree of Life)

The Batik motifs in Lampung are dominated by the acculturation of Buddhist and

Raja Ampat

Raja Ampat motif represents the marine life at Raja Ampat archipelago in

Ake Patra

Ake is related to the divinity and the composition of the universe. It is a symbol of

Asmat Papua

The batik motif illustrates the Asmat’s sacred tribal motifs that are

Sandeq

Sandeq Boat is a symbol of the maritime importance of the West Sulawesi region. The greatness of

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Karawo Pinang

Pinang refers to the Palm areca tree. This motif is considered as the original

Gonggong Beruntun

This motif illustrates that a person should maintain a positive attitude and

Kalo Sara

Kalo Sara is a sacred motif for Tolaki ethnic. It is considered as

Parang Rusak

Another meaning behind this motif is an unconquerable spirit, symbolized by

Bale Lumbu

This motif signifies the welfare of the ancient Sasak society. Bale also symbolizes the

Pati-Pati Pinehiku

It symbolizes the hierarchy in society and the social status of the Mekongga

Honai

The Honai is inspired by the traditional house of the Papuan community living in

Merak Lasem

The peacock is considered to be the king of the birds. It represents

Gonggong Siput

Gonggong (Strombus Turturella) is one type of sea snail found around