The flora motif as design identity in local traditional block batik

The flora motif as design identity in local traditional block batik. Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal, 5 (SI 3). pp. 123-127. ISSN 2398-4287 (2020)



Abstract

This study discusses that floral motifs as the dominant traditional motifs in Malaysian block batik. In the 20th century, the block makers created any motif with purpose—the traditional block batik motifs not revealed due to lack of secure identity upon the development of high-tech modernisation. Based on the sequence of this issue, this study aims to classify the various types of local block motifs and designs. The classification base on their features using a suitable procedure. The crucial outcomes where the motifs of block batik still show the elements and innovation of the local motif identity.

Item Type: Article
Keywords: Block batik, Design, Motif, Identity
Taxonomy: By Niche > Batik > Technique
By Niche > Batik > Themes, Motives
Local Content Hub: Niche > Batik
Depositing User: Muslim Ismail @ Ahmad
Date Deposited: 02 May 2023 12:05
Last Modified: 02 May 2023 12:05
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