“Lereng” features rows of diagonal lines. The motif originated from Yogayakarta and is one of the oldest batik motif that are once reserved only for the royal family. “Lereng” symbolizes fertility, the desire for prosperity, determination, to have courage to do what is important to both the nation and the people.Here Iwan Tirta combines with butterfly. Butterfly symbolizes happiness in life. See men collection at iwantirtabatik.com #iwantirta #leadersweariwantirta
Iwan Tirta Private Collection at Indonesian Fashion Gallery New York, 76 Wooster St. New York, NY
The “Semen” motif is one of the traditional batik motif that reflect the influence of Hindu-Buddhism in batik, which are developed during the time of the Kingdom of Mataram, circa 17th century. The motif features plants with prop roots which refers to spring time as a symbol of fertility, prosperity, and the universe. Find the collections at iwantirtabatik.com #iwantirta #leadersweariwantirta
“Sawunggaling” is a mythical creature that combines the characteristics that of a partridge and a phoenix. Here, Iwan Tirta combine with the orchid. Orchid is Singapore’s national flower. Iwan Tirta first featured orchid in his design when he was commissioned to create a special motif for then Prime Minister of Singapore, Goh Chok Tong during 1994 APEC #iwantirta #leadersweariwantirta
