Batik from Java’s north coast strongly influenced the work of batik craftsmen of the isle of Madura, either on its motifs or colors, though the color taste of the Madurese, which is dark red, still dominates the appearance of Batik Madura. Ornaments taken from sea creatures, reflects their profession as fishermen, flowers and birds which mark the influence of north coastal batik always exist in Batik Madura.
The influence of the court is also seen, which tell that the Mataram Kingdom once had its power to this area. Batik Madura is made for kain, sarong and selendang.
