Fabric – Batik Kawung Pattern

Batik Kawung Pattern that is shaped like a circle resembling a kawung fruit (a type of coconut or sometimes also considered as aren or kolang-kaling) which is neatly arranged geometrically.

The kawung motif means perfection, purity and holiness. The Kawung batik motif is believed to have been created by one of the Sultans of the Mataram kingdom. This batik motif was first known in the 13th century, precisely on the island of Java. Initially, this motif appeared on wall carvings in several temples in Java such as Prambanan. In relation to the word suwung which means empty, the kawung motif symbolizes the emptiness of worldly desires and passions, thus producing perfect self-control. This emptiness makes a person neutral, impartial, does not want to stand out, follows the flow of life, lets everything around him run according to the will of nature. This type of kawung batik motif is always worn by Semar as a depiction of a wise figure.

Size 2000×1000 mm