The Indonesia Collection
Explore the crafts of the magical islands of Indonesia
Indonesia
Untold Stories and Forgotten Traditions
A land where nature and culture are woven together. Our collection uncovers a centuries-old craft long forgotten by the West. Preserving a fading heritage and sharing their stories with the world once more.
The Art of Batik: Step by Step
Artisans begin by sketching intricate designs directly onto cotton fabric, guided by cultural symbols and tradition
Hot wax is painted along the designs. The wax seals the fabric, creating barriers that protects the wax painted areas from absorbing dye
When dipped into dye, only the area not painted with wax takes on the color. After dyeing, the wax is gently melted off, revealing the preserved design beneath
The dyed fabric is hung to dry. Waxing and dyeing can be repeated with different sections covered/uncovered, allowing for more complex multi-colored designs
Step 1
Artisans begin by sketching intricate designs directly onto cotton fabric, guided by cultural symbols and tradition
Step 2
Hot wax is painted along the designs. The wax seals the fabric, creating barriers that protects the wax painted areas from absorbing dye
Step 3
When dipped into dye, only the uncovered, raw fabric takes on the color. After dyeing, the wax is gently melted off, revealing the preserved design beneath
Step 4
The dyed fabric is hung to dry. Waxing and dyeing can be repeated with different sections covered/uncovered, allowing for more complex multi-colored designs
The Art of Batik: Step by Step
Design Throughout the Ages
Batik has carried meaning across centuries, first woven into the life of Javanese nobility where its geometric motifs and natural symbols conveyed power, harmony, and community. As time passed, colonial influences, local traditions, and modern creativity layered new forms onto the fabric, transforming batik into an evolving art that reflects both its heritage and the changing world around it.
