Nadcil x Second Skin
Tattoo artistry X fight gear
Nadcil is a renowned Indonesian tattoo artist whose practice reinterprets cultural heritage through bold, contemporary composition.
Her work bridges tradition and modernity, carrying deep symbolic meaning while maintaining a refined, unmistakable identity.
This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to honouring heritage through evolving forms.
By reimagining Peranakan motifs on boxing gloves instead of human skin, Second Skin and Nadcil transform tradition into a living expression of strength, identity, and continuity.
Nadcil x Second Skin: Peranakan Boxing Gloves
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Tionghua Lion - Guardian of the Wrists & Knuckles
Positioned across the wrist & knuckles, the Tionghua lion acts as a symbolic guardian in Peranakan tradition, representing protection, awareness & spiritual strength.
Inspired by historic carvings & ceramic motifs, the Tionghua lion signifies vigilance at the moment of impact, guiding each strike with intention, control, and cultural consciousness.
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Lion Claws - The Mark of Controlled Force
Abstracted lion claw motifs along the thumb represent disciplined power and instinctive precision drawn from mythological beast depictions in traditional batik and folklores.
Positioned on a critical striking point, these forms symbolise strength refined through control, reinforcing the balance between aggression, technique, and cultural continuity.
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Batik Pesisir Waves - Movement Across the Body
The flowing wave patterns draw from Batik Pesisir traditions found in coastal regions such as Lasem and Pekalongan, known for expressive designs shaped by maritime trade.
These organic lines reflect the rhythm of ocean currents and embody the fighter’s fluid motion, symbolising adaptability, timing, and the continuous balance between defense and attack.
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Ceramic Inspired Palette - Memory in Pigment
The color palette references Peranakan ceramics & heirloom houseware - using muted reds, soft browns, & deep navy tones to evoke cultural nostalgia & generational memory.
These restrained hues connect the glove to domestic heritage, grounding its aggressive function with emotional depth and sense of inherited identity.
Crafted for Collectors
Produced in limited batches. Culture moves at its own pace.
First batch sold out. now in its second batch.