Some circles of Batik artists, Batik is divided into two classes in terms of making or process. The first is Batik Tulis and the second is Batik Cap.
Here, I want to briefly review the differences between the two types of Batik. I will discuss it according to what I know as a person who was learning to make batik.
First, the time required to make Batik Tulis is longer than the time of Batik Cap. Why is that? Because the name Batik Tulis, done slowly, carefully, little by little, and use a special canting that its use is similar to the pen. In addition, what makes Batik Tulis a relatively long time, is that Batik Tulis usually has a complex pattern or motif. To make a piece of Batik Tulis (eg size 120cm x 225cm) takes between 3 months to a dozen months.
As for Batik Cap, the process is shorter than Batik Tulis. This is because the canting used is not like a pen as used to make Batik Tulis, but canting Cap made of copper arranged to form a motif on the bottom. Where with this Cap canting (easily shaped like a stamp with a larger size), we only spend a maximum of dozens of days in the process.
In addition to canting cap that uses copper, there is also a canting cap made using wood and / or paper. In quality, canting copper remains better in addition to the price is also quite expensive that is between Rp 200,000 to millions.
Second, the character of Batik Tulis motif is more complicated than the character of Batik Cap motif. Although for the affairs of this motive is actually dependent on the maker, but it can be ascertained that if we find Batik cloth with motifs Flowers or animals (usually birds) with a large size, then this Batik is almost certainly Batik Tulis. Is it true? Yes, because beautiful Cap can not be able to make such motifs in large size.
Therefore, if the motifs of flowers or animals were small in size, we can guess that these include Batik Cap.
Thirdly, the quantity per motive on Batik Tulis and Batik Cap also usually differ greatly. Batik Tulis, in one motive is usually not made in large quantities. Perhaps this is to give the impression that Batik Tulis with the motif is Batik Limited-Edition.
Unlike the Batik Cap is usually still produced in large quantities. No wonder it feels if in the markets, we often find Batik Cap here and there but Batik Tulis lost a lot. However, if we go to the Batik Gallery an artist or businessman Batik, there then we will find Batik Tulis with more number than Batik Cap. In addition to the Gallery, Batik Tulis is also usually sold in famous boutiques.
Fourth, the type of cloth used to make Batik Tulis and Batik Cap is usually also different. Types of basic fabrics to make Batik (cloth mori) is indeed there are many. Well, because Batik Tulis is usually referred to as Batik Premium, then the selection of cloth was noticed full. Usually, Batik Tulis is made by using silk type cloth. Or if using a cotton cloth, then use the best quality cotton fabric. Which is often used by artists or entrepreneurs Batik, in this case is Primisma cotton cloth.
Well, for Batik Cap, most do not really pay attention to the quality of the fabric. All depends on market demand. If the market wants cheap Batik Cap, then used the type of cotton cloth (or rarely also use rayon) which is in quality as the cheapest.
Ket. For cotton and rayon fabrics, usually distinguish the expensive price is the fabric construction. The higher the construction the more expensive. The average construction of these two types of fabrics is best known, commonly called 90-70.
Fifth; Price. Of course, by knowing the four differences above, we can immediately distinguish these two types of Batik class in terms of price. Batik Tulis definitely more valuable than Batik Cap. Batik Tulis definitely more expensive than Batik Cap. The reason? I think it is enough to see the four things above.
At least that's the five differences between Batik Tulis and Batik Cap. Perhaps by looking at the last two pictures above, we can add one more difference is that Batik Tulis is usually handled by women (women), while Batik Cap is more often done by men.
Similarly, the article on the Difference of Batik Tulis and Batik Cap I describe. Hopefully a little help friends who are wanting to get to know more superior products of our nation's culture results. Let us love this country, love the culture, love the difference, and love also Batik.
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