Originated in India, the art of making batik sari has come a long way from a mere craft. To make batik sari clothing are designing by covering an integral part of it with a coat of wax and then dyeing the cloth. The waxed areas keep their unique color and when the wax is removed the contrast between the dyed and un-dyed areas makes the pattern. The flower designs are mostly seen on batik sari.
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In the past, batik was considered as a fitting occupation for aristocratic ladies whose carefully painted designs based on bird and flower motifs were a sign of cultivation and refinement just as fine needlework was for European ladies of similar position. The wonder of batik sari lies in its ease and the fact that one need not be an artist to achieve results. Several of the finest effects in batik are often achieved by chance.
HISTORY :
Batik is very often considered a craft like ceramic, pottery or even needlework. Although it is a household word all over the world, batik is still unnoticed by art critics who do not think it an art form. You will find several countries recognized for their batik and Bollywood Saree creations, starting with India where it originated. After that it moved to Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Thailand and the West.
The history of Indian batik can be traced as far back as 3000 years. Indians were familiar with the resist method of printing designs on cotton fabrics long before any other nation had even tried it. Rice starch, and wax were initially used for printing on fabrics. India has always been noted for its cotton and dyes. The navy blue, which is the basic color for batik saree, is one of the earliest dyes. It is believed that after its initial popularity in the past, the tedious process of dyeing and waxing caused the decline of batik in India till recent times.
MAJOR CENTERS :
Indonesia apparently took over from India and encouraged the art of batik. With its popularity and success in the western areas, batik grew to be a part of Indonesia.
The revival of batik in India began in the 20th century when it was introduced as a subject at the well-known university of Shantiniketan in Calcutta. In the South near Madras, the well-known artist’s village of Chola-Mandal is where batik gets an artistic touch. Batik that is produced in Madras is known for its original and vibrant designs.
Indonesia however is considered the cradle of baju batik (Indonesian) with its a lot of designs, that are restricted for different wearers and occasions. Indonesian bajubatik has characters of mystic and ritualistic connection. Objects like flowers, trees, birds have a significant meaning. The Sawat in Javanese batik has its origins in Hindu mythology, as it is the decorative form of Garuda, Lord Vishnu’s bird. ‘Sidomukti’ is another Hindu influence in batik. ‘Mukti’ means happiness and prosperity in the Hindu mythology. While Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand are known for their block printing (tjab) technique to create kaos batik on a big scale, in Sri Lanka batik is still made by hand. Sri Lankan batik is less intricate and more suited to modern times.