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Batik Silk Shawl with Kawung Motifs from Bali, "Java Sea"
Yuni Kristina conjures classic Javanese batik patterns in mesmerizing shades of black, gray, and green. Stamped by hand on a luxurious silk shawl, they include the parang, or dagger, once exclusive to the courts of Surakarta and Jogyakarta. Formerly reserved for the sultan's use, flowers and the kawung,--an eight-pointed rosette set within a square, rhombus, or circle-- complement the parang.
Each motif is created by hand, as evidenced by the occasional pencil mark or slight color variations.
- 50 grams
- 0.1 lbs
- 195 cm L x 52 cm W
- 77" L x 20.5" W
- 100% silk
- Dry in the shade
- Hand wash in cold water
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Do not dry clean
- Made in Indonesia.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Bali and Java
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- Free Gift Wrap? Yes
- Premium Gift Wrap? Yes
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Therese
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01/11/2017
"This shawl is beautiful."
I was delighted to find that this shawl is true to the picture. It is beautifully made and of an excellent quality.
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Cynthia
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06/19/2016
"Beautiful Scarf"
This is so elegant and perfect for evening wear.
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Marla
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06/17/2016
"Really pretty"
Light and compact.
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- This was a gift for: Myself
- Occasion: 'just because'
Ian
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11/29/2022
"A rich sweep of the navy in your life today"
To be confidently well-dressed in company, drape your shoulders in this pretty elegant wrap.
Best Uses
- For socialising and semi-formal wear
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Janna
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08/13/2022
"Absolutely gorgeous!"
This shawl arrived and I was astonished by how soft it is. The pattern is beautiful and distinctive and I get compliments whenever I wear it. Recommended!
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Mr. Brown
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12/20/2021
"Color in Photo a Little Misleading"
This is a very nice scarf and will not return, however, the person I had in mind to give is fond of the color purple or lavender. The description, which I failed to notice, says black grey, and green, which it is. The photo shows purple and blue.
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Ian
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11/29/2022
"Light & breezy to tease the best out of a beautiful day."
Subtle design elegance unobtrusively lifts the feel of your minimal needs wardrobe into a feeling of security with a versatile shawl for a little extra protection from the weather or from prying eyes.
Best Uses
- Cover up just enough for physical or social comfort while keeping your cool & stylish poise
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Ian
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11/29/2022
"A wrap against the sun or for a cooler evening."
Wrap up in a light shawl to protect yourself against too much sun, wind or a cool evening. Versatility is a watchword for shawl use. You can even use it to shade your baby from the world.
Best Uses
- A versatile & artistic wardrobe item to complete your day's outdoor wear
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Ian
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11/29/2022
"Elegant yet easy accessorising"
These charming artworks are a quick last minute dress up accessory to change casual to dress-casual. An important wardrobe item for the busy lady on-the-go.
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KC
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08/11/2022
"Lovely Silk Scarf!"
My friend is enjoying her Thinking of You gift. Ms. Kristina has created a beautiful design and the silk is divine.
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- This was a gift for: Friend
- Occasion: 'just because'
Liette
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07/05/2022
"I love it!"
I love it all. Love the size & the texture of the silk (some feel heavier & too silky for me) and I love the color. It is hard to get that kind of pattern & bright Colors
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Night in the Garden, Balinese Black Silk Hand Stamped Floral Batik Shawl
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Patti
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06/05/2022
"Great shawl"
Very pretty and vibrant colors. I would definitely buy again.
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Preserving Traditions
Yuni uses traditional batik processes such as canting and stamping to create her unique designs. These techniques have been handed down for generations and are among the characteristics that distinguish the art of batik. The importance of this traditional Indonesian art was acknowledge with the 2009 inclusion of Indonesian Batik on the Unesco Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Microcredit Financing
Yuni Kristina has received 11 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2500 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to purchase silk, canting tools, and batik stamps.
Job Creator
Since joining Novica, Yuni has seen steady growth in her workshop. She now provides work to other batik artisans to help produce her range of scarves and shawls.
Moving On Up
Yuni has seen continuous growth in her textile project. She is now able to give jobs other batik artisans in her community.
Empowering Women
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
Enabling Education
Yuni is proud to be able to educate her children and wants them to have a great future.
Caring for Children
Yuni has three young children and provides for their care.
Yuni Kristina Silk batik shawls and scarves
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Latest Update"I'm Yuni Kristina and I was born in 1983 in Pekalongan, Central Java. As part of Pekalongan regency, Wonokerto is known as the... read more
