<![CDATA[This study examines the historical development of copper craftsmanship in Tumang Village, Boyolali, from its origins during the Islamic Mataram period to its transformation into a national creative industry hub. The study employs historical methodology through the stages of heuristics, source criticism, interpretation and historiography. Tumang’s copper craftsmanship has its roots in the story of Prince Rogosari’s exile at the foot of Mount Merapi. Royal masters such as Mpu Supandrio and Mpu Yadhi brought metallurgical expertise to the village and passed it down to the inhabitants through generations. These skills have shaped the collective identity of the Tumang artisan community for centuries. The COVID-19 pandemic hit this industry hard, disrupting the supply of raw materials and shrinking market demand. Artisans responded by shifting to online platforms and expanding their product range. The local government is supporting recovery through technical training, road infrastructure improvements, and the development of industrial clusters. The regeneration of skilled artisans, limited production capacity, and inconsistent quality standards remain challenges to this day. The sustainability of Tumang copper craftsmanship relies on the living transmission of traditions, the ability to adapt to the market, and consistent institutional support. These efforts demonstrate the resilience and adaptability of local artisans. Abstrak Penelitian ini mengkaji perkembangan historis kerajinan tembaga di Desa Tumang, Boyolali, mulai dari asal-usulnya pada masa Mataram Islam hingga transformasinya menjadi sentra industri kreatif nasional. Penelitian ini menggunakan metodologi sejarah melalui tahapan heuristik, kritik sumber, interpretasi, dan historiografi. Kerajinan tembaga Tumang berakar pada kisah pengasingan Pangeran Rogosari di kaki Gunung Merapi. Para empu kerajaan seperti Mpu Supandrio dan Mpu Yadhi membawa keahlian metalurgi ke desa tersebut dan mewariskannya kepada masyarakat secara turun-temurun. Keterampilan tersebut telah membentuk identitas kolektif komunitas pengrajin Tumang selama berabad-abad. Pandemi COVID-19 memberikan dampak besar terhadap industri ini, mengganggu pasokan bahan baku dan mengurangi permintaan pasar. Para pengrajin merespons dengan beralih ke platform daring dan memperluas jenis produk mereka. Pemerintah daerah mendukung pemulihan melalui pelatihan teknis, perbaikan infrastruktur jalan, dan pengembangan klaster industri. Regenerasi pengrajin yang terampil, keterbatasan kapasitas produksi, dan standar kualitas yang belum konsisten masih menjadi tantangan hingga saat ini. Keberlanjutan kerajinan tembaga Tumang bergantung pada pewarisan tradisi yang terus hidup, kemampuan beradaptasi terhadap pasar, dan dukungan kelembagaan yang konsisten. Upaya-upaya tersebut menunjukkan ketangguhan dan kemampuan beradaptasi para pengrajin lokal.]]>
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