What Is Tjanting Tool Definition?

: a Javanese instrument for applying hot wax in batik work usually consisting of a small thin copper cut with one or more capillary spouts and a handle of reed or bamboo.

What is Tjanting tool used for?

Tjanting, Javanese batik tool, 1914. The tjanting is a pen-shaped tool used to draw a design with melted wax on cloth; for batik, or wax-resist dyeing. This example has a short tubular handle with a copper applicator tip. The handle is bamboo, and protects the worker from the hot wax.

What is the tool used for batik?

Tjantings (or cantings) are beautiful Javanese tools for applying wax to cloth when making a batik. They have a long handle and a little copper or brass pot with a spout from which melted wax is let out. Tjantings can be tricky to use at first but don't be discouraged!