Batik: From the Courts of Java and Sumatra,New

Batik: From the Courts of Java and Sumatra,New

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Batik occupies a special position in Indonesia's history and culture. The extraordinary photographs of cloths and prints in this book demonstrate why batik is the stuff of textile legend. These 71 batik designs, taken from the collection of famed dealer Rudolf G. Smend, date from 18801930, a time still considered batik's golden age. Complementing these extraordinary cloths are 16 vintage photo prints from the Leo Haks collection, which demonstrate how batik was worn at court and in other settings.

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  • Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Batik: From the Courts of Java and Sumatra'? A: The book focuses on the history and cultural significance of batik in Indonesia, showcasing extraordinary photographs of batik cloths and prints from the late 19th to early 20th century.
  • Q: How many batik designs are included in this book? A: The book features 71 batik designs, which are part of the collection of the renowned dealer Rudolf G. Smend.
  • Q: What time period do the batik designs in the book represent? A: The batik designs date from 1880 to 1930, a period often regarded as batik's golden age.
  • Q: Are there additional images besides the batik designs? A: Yes, the book includes 16 vintage photo prints from the Leo Haks collection, illustrating how batik was worn in various settings, including at court.
  • Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This is a used book in good condition.
  • Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover with a jacket.
  • Q: Who is the author of 'Batik: From the Courts of Java and Sumatra'? A: The author of the book is Rudolf G. Smend.
  • Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on August 15, 2004.
  • Q: What is the total number of pages in the book? A: The book contains 96 pages.
  • Q: What category does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the category of History.

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