Reproduces exclusive batik from the Singapore History Museum in scores of sumptuous colour photographsA reissue of the Singapore National Museum's Batik: Creating an Identity, this book examines the role of batik in the social and cultural context of modern Indonesia and Singapore, and introduces the reader to the various styles of batik prevalent today. It also provides an accurate documentation of Indonesian batik craftsmen, and pays tribute to their technical skills and creativity. This reissue also features additional text and photos that will accord the reader a better understanding of the batik industry in Java.
By:
Lee Chor Lin, Tara Sosrowardoyo Imprint: Editions Didier Millet Country of Publication: Singapore Dimensions:
Height: 265mm,
Width: 255mm,
Spine: 12mm
Weight: 820g ISBN:9789814155915 ISBN 10: 9814155918 Pages: 144 Publication Date:09 May 2007 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active