1995.18.7 (Stamp, batik)

Matching batik stamps: 7a - The dorsal side consists of an iron handle attached to a framework. Framework in rough shape of a bulbous bodied vase. Framework has two distinct sections, dorsal & ventral. Both are constructed by fitting & soldering linear pieces of copper together framing a grid of rectangles. The ventral surface of this stamp has designs raised 1/4" from the surface. These designs applied the wax to the textile. There are several patterns. At each proximal corner are 4 roughly triangular units filled with linear pieces. Distal to the center are three more groups characterized by teardrop shapes with linear fill. Proximal to the distal end a curved row of simpler designs outlines the shape of the vase body. The distal end has 3 single 5-part designs. b. The dorsal side consists of an iron handle attached to a framework. Framework in the shape of a vase with 2 legs and floral designs. Framework has 2 distinct sections, a dorsal and ventral framework. Both are constructed by fitting & soldering linear pieces of copper together framing a grid of rectangles. The central surface of the stamp has designs raised /14" from the surface. The bulk of the design is in the shape of a round-bottomed vase; within the vase is a floral pattern and filling in the rest of the inner space are singular linear pieces forming a dot-like pattern. Proximal to the center is a floral pattern. Distal to the center are two "legs" with five singular floral designs between the "legs". These designs applied the wax to the textile.