About this artwork
Cirebon, like most of the north coast batik production centers, has a hybrid culture owning to its role as a seaport and its mixed population of Arabs, Chinese, Indians, and Javanese. The batik designs of Cirebon reflect these influences as well as the old local court style. Theis hip wrapper is a classic example of H. Mohammad Masina’s revival of traditional motifs using new combinations, diverse color schemes, and superior workmanship and finish. Note in particular the Chinese motif of layered rock and coral, the tree of life from shadow puppet tradition, the rooster heralding the dawn of Islam, and Hindu nagas and Garudas.
Batik Textiles of Java, April 21-September 17, 2017
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Status
- Currently Off View
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Department
- Textiles
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Artist
- Workshop of H. Mohammed Masina (Producer)
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Title
- Hip Wrapper (Kain Panjang)
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Place
- Java (Object made in)
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Date
- Made 1960–1980
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Medium
- Cotton, plain weave; hand-drawn wax resist dyed (batik tulis)
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Dimensions
- 248 × 103 cm (97 5/8 × 40 1/2 in.)
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Credit Line
- Gift of E. M. Bakwin Indonesian Textile Collection
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Reference Number
- 2002.977
Extended information about this artwork
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