Batik Kita: Dressing in Port Cities (Virtual)

Virtual Tour

Three manequins wearing batik clothing and the words Batik Kita: Dressing in Port Cities in the middle

This is a virtual tour of Batik Kita: Dressing in Port Cities, a special exhibition on display at ACM from 17 June 2022 - 2 October 2022.

Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) presents Batik Kita: Dressing in Port Cities, a step into a visual splendour of gorgeous batik fashion and explore the rich history and culture of batik and batik making.

Batik Kita: Dressing in Port Cities explores the rich history and culture of batik and batik making, from its traditional roots to contemporary designs. Visitors are invited to step into the exquisite world of batik textiles that cut across cultures and ethnic backgrounds, and explore the dynamic possibilities of batik as fashion through the years. The exhibition also introduces innovations by batikers in the age-old craft, and showcases how batik charted the evolution of new identities from Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.

 

For the best viewing experience, click here to view the virtual tour in full screen (recommended for mobile devices).

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