Author: Hani Winotosastro et al. 2017. 182 pg (in Indonesian) with tutorial CD.
Publisher: PPBI Sekar Jagad, Yogyakarta
Aiming to preserve batik in Indonesia, batik experts at the Sekar Jagad Foundation have published a small guidebook for creating NITIK batik. This guide contains 60 NITIK batik patterns and images, along with a step-by-step tutorial.
Author: Andia Sumarno et al., 2012.37pg. (Indonesian)
Publisher: Museum Tekstil Jakarta
This essential booklet delves into the factors that contribute to textile deterioration and offers proven conservation techniques. Every textile collector should have this invaluable guide in their collection.
Author: Benny Gratha, 2014. 43pg. (Indonesian)
Publisher: Museum Tekstil Jakarta
It is a well-established fact that traders from China and India introduced embroidery to Indonesia, with its roots going back to 30,000 B.C. Archaeological evidence shows that clothing from that period was intricately hand-stitched and decorated. The "Embroidery Guide" is an essential resource for beginners, clearly presenting various stitches and their names in Bahasa Indonesia.
Author: Lesley Pullen. 2021. 308 pg. (in English).
Publisher: ISEAS, Yusof Ishak Institute, Singapore
A well-researched book and indeed a milestone in the study of Javanese and Sumatran pre-Islamic dress presenting detailed textile patterns on stone and metal sculptures from the eighth to the fifteenth century. Therefore, this book offers a unique insight into the patterned splendour of the textiles in circulation during this period. The book will be of use to textile scholars, art historians and to everyone interested in the rich heritage of Southeast Asian cultures.
Author: John Guy, Theresa McCullough, Ruth Barnes. 2022
Publisher: Asian Civilization Museum, Singapore. 248 pg. (in English)
The book, inspired by the 2012 exhibition titled “Patterns of Trade: Indian Textiles for Export,” explores the history of textile production in South Asia, including trade in southern and southeastern Asia, as well as Japan, from the fifteenth to the nineteenth century. This long-awaited work features over 150 early Indian textiles, with 70 pieces showcased in the original exhibition. "Patterns of Trade" is an excellent reference for scholars studying early Indian trade cloths
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