What is the primary use of a Tjanting tool?

The Tjanting tool is primarily used to apply wax when creating batik fabric. This traditional tool features a small reservoir to hold molten wax and a fine spout that enables the artist to draw intricate designs or patterns directly onto the fabric. As the wax cools and hardens, it resists dye during the batik process, allowing for beautiful, multicolored patterns to emerge once the fabric is dyed and the wax is removed. This method is pivotal in batik-making, making the Tjanting tool an essential instrument for artists working in this medium.