A Comparison of the Motifs on Kuala Terengganu Block Batik Sarong

Rafeah Legino; Nikfarhana Zuhir; Mohd Azhar Samin; Sekartaji Suminto

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v8iSI16.5225

Authors

Rafeah Legino Formgiving Research Group, College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA Shah Alam 40450 Selangor Malaysia
Nikfarhana Zuhir Postgraduate Research Student, College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA Shah Alam 40450 Selangor Malaysia
Mohd Azhar Samin Textile Department, College of Creative Arts, Universiti Teknologi MARA Shah Alam 40450 Selangor Malaysia
Sekartaji Suminto Institut Seni Indonesia, Yogyakarta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v8iSI16.5225

Keywords:

Block Batik, Comparison, Kuala Terengganu, Motifs

Abstract

This investigation delves into the art of traditional batik sarongs through the batik block method, with a specific focus on Mokhtar and Ibrahim batik from Kuala Terengganu, emphasising the structural elements of ornamental patterns. Concentrating on Kuala Terengganu, a comparative analysis is necessary to determine the similarities and distinctions in thematic content. While commonalities exist, deliberate processing variations augment and diversify existing embellishments, fostering the evolution of this traditional art form. Therefore, this study adds a lot to our understanding of the complex methods and nuanced approaches used to make batik sarongs, showing how this culturally important tradition is always changing.

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