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Weaving Tales: Three Generations of Nyonya Batik Artisans

Published On Wed, 23 Jul 2025
Rohan Bhattacharya
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In the segment "Culture Club," Melanie Oliveiro explores the Peranakan Museum’s ongoing exhibition titled “Batik Nyonyas: Three Generations of Art and Entrepreneurship.” Curator Naomi Wang offers insights into how the exhibition delves into the lives of three generations of batik artisans from Pekalongan, Java — a prominent batik hub in the early 20th century. She shares the stories of Nyonya Oeij Soen King, her daughter-in-law Nyonya Oeij Kok Sing, and granddaughter Jane Hendromartono, highlighting their journeys from batik makers to master artists. Wang also sheds light on the evolving nature of batik as both an artistic tradition and a business, and introduces fresh perspectives on creative entrepreneurship.

Disclaimer: This Podcast is taken from CNA.