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100 1 _aMijer, Pieter,
_d1881-1963
245 1 0 _aBatiks, and how to make them
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2024
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2024-06-13
508 _aCharlene Taylor, A Marshall and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Batiks, and how to make them" by Pieter Mijer is a detailed guide on the traditional art of batik-making, published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1921. This instructional book aims to elevate the understanding of batik, an intricate dyeing technique with ancient roots, particularly from Java, while offering practical advice for both amateur and professional textile craftworkers. The text aims to clarify misconceptions about the craft—highlighting its complexity and artistry—while emphasizing the significance of patience and design knowledge. The book covers the historical context of batik in Java and Holland, delves into the essential tools and materials required for the craft, and provides a thorough walkthrough of the batik process itself. Mijer explains the meticulous steps involved, from preparing the fabric and sketching designs to applying wax and dye in layered techniques. Notable sections address the various types of tjantings (the wax applicators), dyeing techniques with a focus on color mixing, temperature control, and tips for maintaining the integrity of the dye process. Mijer also illustrates the cultural significance of patterns and colors used in batik, making this not just a manual but a rich exploration of the craft's artistic and sociocultural dimensions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cNew York: Dodd, Mead and Company, Inc., 1919
653 _aBatik
700 1 _aHarting, G. W.
_q(George William),
_d1877-1958
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/batikshowtomaket00mije/page/n11/mode/2up
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73820
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