Kajian Estetika Batik Labuhanbatu Utara

Abstract

The research in this thesis aims to (1) Describe the existence of Batik Labura Hebat and the cultural elements that influence it. (2) Describe the characteristics of Batik Labura Hebat. (3) Describe the aesthetics of the form of Batik Labura Hebat. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative research method. The stages of data analysis to examine the problems raised in this study are: (1) The first stage is interaction analysis to examine data, especially those related to issues regarding the existence and characteristics of Batik Labura Hebat (2) The second stage, namely the aesthetic approach theory proposed by A.A.M. Djelantik. A.A.M Djelantik's Aesthetic Theory is appearance, content and presentation. The emergence of the Batik Labura Hebat Motif starts from the period 2021 until now. The characteristic of the Batik Hebat Labura motif is the use of non-geometric patterns. The Batik Labura Hebat motif is inspired by the natural conditions and social conditions of the people of North Labuhan Batu. The idea for making the Batik Labura Hebat motif was taken from the logo listed on the Labura Regency symbol. The idea of creating the Batik Labura Hebat is as a regional identity for the Labura Regency. The characteristics of the Batik Hebat Labura motif are stylized from rubber trees, oil palm, baung fish, and tepak sirih. Complementary motifs that are always present in Batik Labura Hebat are bamboo shoots motifs adopted from Malay ornaments. The colors often used in Batik Labura Hebat are yellow and white. From the results of an aesthetic study of Batik, it was found that the aesthetics of Batik Labura Hebat apply the aesthetics of the Archipelago in the creation of their works because the aesthetic values applied in Batik Labura Hebat are a form of cultural expression through symbolic forms. Based on the aspect of form, it is known that Batik Labura Hebat applies the values of wholeness, prominence and balance in the creation of batik works. From the aspect of weight, it is known that the motif of the Batik Hebat Labura adopts the philosophy of natural conditions and Labura's social life. Batik Labura Hebat was created as a marker of regional identity so that people know the natural conditions and social conditions inherent in the Labura people. From the aspect of appearance, the presentation of motifs on Batik Labura Hebat is arranged with the principle of repeating the same form (repetition). Between one main motive with another has a form that is aligned. Apart from repetition, the organizing principle used in presenting the Labura Hebat motifs is contrast. Between the main motif and the supporting motif there is a contrast in terms of the impression of its shape. The main motive formed is more prominent than the supporting motifs.