The role of Malaysian batik to preserve art and heritage identity

The role of Malaysian batik to preserve art and heritage identity. International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, 5 (6). pp. 243-249. ISSN 2581 - 7175 (2022)



Abstract

Batik is classified as an art or craft product produced through variations of textile patterning techniques. Its
development is in line with the era of modernization and is going through the process of contemporary revolution. The identity of Malaysian art and culture translated into pattern design highlights the uniqueness and great value of Malaysian art and heritage. Batik Malaysia is an industrial product that is the main source of economic growth and cultural proliferation for developed countries. However,
Malaysian batik is seen to be facing challenges in how casing Malaysian identity. The method of data collection and content analysis is used to identify the challenges of Malaysian batik and discuss the role of Malaysian batik in facing challenges to maintain artistic and cultural identity. The results of the discussion from the content analysis clarify the role of Malaysian batik in facing challenges in line with the development of national art and heritage through the commercialization of the unique value of Malaysian batik identity and further achieve the goal of supporting the requirements of the National Cultural Policy
2021 (Daken). This research is important from the point of view of formulating a strategy to develop the value of Malaysian art and heritage. The results of the discussion will be used as a reference for further research purposes.

Item Type: Article
Keywords: Batik, Art and heritage, Pattern design, Identity, Craft
Taxonomy: By Niche > Batik > Technique
By Niche > Batik > Themes, Motives
Local Content Hub: Niche > Batik
Depositing User: Muslim Ismail @ Ahmad
Date Deposited: 14 Jun 2023 04:17
Last Modified: 14 Jun 2023 04:17
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