The Adaptive Strategies of Kampoeng Batik Laweyan Community in Response to the Late 20th Century Decline in Batik Industry
Ilham Cahyo Widodo,
Hafizh Maulana Syah Putra
Abstract:The decline of Laweyan batik industry in the late 20th century can be attributed to factors such as the advent of printing technology in the 1970s, economic crises, and a lack of generational continuity. The affordability and rapid production of printed batik led to a shift in consumer preference, causing traditional batik to lose its market share. The 1998 monetary crisis further exacerbated the industry's challenges. A crucial aspect was the reluctance of the younger generation to continue the batik traditio… Show more
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