Ekspresi Seni : Jurnal Ilmu Pengetahuan dan Karya Seni
Vol 26, No 2 (2024): Ekspresi Seni : Jurnal Ilmu Pengetahuan dan Karya Seni

Exploration of Songket Batik: Production Process and Cultural Values at Rumah Batik Tarancak, Solok City

Sari, Macita (Unknown)
Suci, Puji Hujria (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 Dec 2024

Abstract

Batik is one of Indonesia’s cultural heritages that holds high artistic value, particularly in its motifs and philosophical meanings. An innovative development in West Sumatra is the creation of batik songket, a fusion of batik art and the traditional Minangkabau songket weaving. This study focuses on the production process of batik songket at Rumah Batik Tarancak in Solok City, a pioneer in producing batik on songket fabrics in the region. This innovation not only enriches local cultural heritage but also supports the local economy by enhancing the quality of products that can compete in the broader market. This research was conducted using a qualitative descriptive method through direct observation, interviews, and documentation at Rumah Batik Tarancak. The findings reveal that the batik songket production process employs traditional manual weaving tools (ATBM) and uses both natural and synthetic dyes. The motifs are inspired by Minangkabau culture, embodying symbolic and aesthetic meanings. This innovation is expected to help preserve the heritage of batik and songket while raising awareness about the importance of maintaining cultural traditions.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Ekspresi

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Subject

Arts Humanities

Description

Ekspresi Seni : Jurnal Ilmu Pengetahuan dan Karya Seni welcomes full research articles in the area of Visual Art and Performing Art. Scope areas are: related to Art and Culture, Creative Process and conceptual research in visual art and Performing ...