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Batik: Fabled Cloth of Java

Batik: Fabled Cloth of Java

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by Inger McCabe Elliott, Brian Brake (Photographer)
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The exotic textiles of Java have intrigued the outside world for the past 150 years. Batik, the legendary fiber art of painting and dyeing fabrics using a waxing process, has been influenced by cultures as diverse as the Chinese, Indians, Arabs, Portuguese, Dutch, and English. Like no other book before it, Batik takes the reader on a spellbinding tour of Java, revealing batik's history, motifs, and methods of production.

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ISBN13: 9780794602437
ISBN10: 0794602436
Language: English
Publisher: Periplus Editions
Publication Year: 2004
Format: Hardcover

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    Explore Java's rich cultural tapestry through its batik art.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you're fascinated by textiles or cultural history, this book offers a mesmerizing journey into Java's legendary fabric art. It beautifully combines history, art, and technique, making it perfect for anyone curious about how cultures influence craft and tradition. You'll likely find yourself enchanted by the stories woven into each pattern and the rich history behind this exquisite craft.
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