Javanese Batik Peter Lee this book deepens our understanding

this book deepens our understanding of Javanese batik and the history and culture of Indonesia behind it

this book offers a captivating look at how Javanese batik has become a symbol of global interconnectedness

Dimensions: 31 x 32 cm

After successfully pushing back against discriminatory laws during the colonial period

Javanese Batik Peter Lee this book deepens our understandingThe time honored batik art, originally developed in Indonesia, was first brought to Japan in the late 16th century with the opening of trade between this country and Southeast Asia. The Japanese people of those days must have been thoroughly fascinated by the exuberant colors created from the madder, indigo, and dark brown dyes, the bold patterns of animals and plants unknown in Japan as well as the geometric patterns brimming with the intoxicating