Batik with Sirikit Pattern

Kain Panjang with Sirikit Pattern
Yogyakarta
Hand-drawn wax resist, vat-dyed on plain-weave cotton
Gift of Dr. Ir. Larasati S. Suleiman and the Sekar Jagad Batik Association
A striking batik pattern from Yogyakarta inspired by the beauty of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and named in her honor. It was created in commemoration of Their Majesties’ state visit to Indonesia in February 1960. This example was presented to the QSMT by Dr. Ir. Larasati S. Suleiman on behalf of the Sekar Jaged Batik Association of Yogyakarta.
Notes: This Batik is the only one in the exhibition which is not a part of His Majesty King Chulalongkorn's collection.