Batik Design

by Pepin van Roojen

This books traces the origins and developments of the motifs and patterns used in the design of batik, illustrated with a large selection of masterpieces from some of the foremost textile collections in the world. The text provides an account of the cultural history of the Malay world to put the subject into a broader perspective. And furthermore, attention is given to batik technique, the traditional use of batik textiles, and to its occasional incorporation into modern fashion design.

Genres: Art

192 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1995

About the author

Pepin van Roojen is the founder and current owner of Pepin Press.

Reviews

[Arcane_Candy]

Beautiful book on Batik, including a bit of history, plus different styles and techniques from Java, Sumatra, Malaysia, etc..

[Novi Maizir]

This book contains many pictures of batik's pattern but not about the story itself.

[Marie]

gearing up for the summer!!! here comes the (studio) Sun! and I say....It's alright!