THE STORY OF GURIANG TUJUH IN THE BATIK WORK OF GUTA TAMARIN

Abstract

Among the many legends and myths in Indonesia, Guriang Tujuh is one of them. In his time legends and myths contained teachings or knowledge and were conveyed orally from generation to generation. This story was raised because it was related to an Nusantara ruler, Prabu Mundinglaya DiKusumah, regarding his leaderhip quality, toughness, nobelity, defended the country wholeheartedly. Now these myths and legends are declining in popularity, especially among the younger generation. This heroic legend is actually very interesting and relevant to be a local version of heroism in our nation. By bringing back this legendary story on the media of batik cloth, it is hoped that it will be able to familiarize this valuable culture. Through the exploration technique of guta tamarin batik, this story is lifted and re-expressed through an image on cloth, of course it can be used as clothing or can also be a display work. This noble historical value of heroism can inspire the younger generation, especially to foster pride and love for the culture of their nation. Its a shame if the potential for local wisdom is lost, eroded by time.
Keywords: storytelling batik, heroism, guta tamarin, Guriang Tujuh