Sekar Jagad Hand-drawn Batik

Handwritten batik from Garut, West Java, featuring the ‘Sekar Jagad’ motif.

‘Sekar Jagad’ is often interpreted as a symbol of unity, harmony, and timeless beauty of the universe.
With patterns often symmetrical and repetitive, this motif can also symbolize balance and eternity in life.
A unique characteristic of Garut batik is that its motif lines are not as intricate and thin as those from other regions. It also has a distinctive color known as gumading (cream).