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ISI PADANGPANJANGISI PADANGPANJANG

Journal V-art: Journal of Fine ArtV-art: Journal of Fine Art Abstract

This research discusses the Bundo Kanduang Monument in the Nagari Sijunjung traditional village, Sijunjung Regency. According to the KBBI (Kamus Besar Bahasa Indonesia), a monument is a large and tall pillar made of stone, brick, and so on. In another sense, a monument can also be a symbol/icon of the area concerned. This research includes a brief history, shape, and color. This research uses a qualitative approach which includes observation, interviews, and literature study. The data used includes primary and secondary data. This research was carried out directly in the field, namely in Nagari Sijunjung, Sijunjung Regency, West Sumatra Province. Based on the results of this research, it shows that Nagari Sijunjung has strong culture and customs. Where the existence of traditions and harmony among the people of Nagari Sijunjung is reflected in how they preserve their culture. Bundo Kanduang plays an important role in preserving culture and customs. With the existence of the Bundo Kanduang institution in Nagari Sijunjung, the deliberation and planning process for activities in Nagari Sijunjung runs smoothly. The shape of the Bundo Kanduang monument is a visual of Bundo Kanduang holding a carano on his head telling how Bundo Kanduang is proof of the high status of women in Minangkabau. How do women and men have the same rights and no one is superior to men or women in Minangkabau because everyone has the right to express their own opinions. The colors on the monument illustrate that the characteristics possessed by Bundo Kanduang represent leadership, responsibility, fairness, and wisdom.

Conclusion

The Bundo Kanduang monument was built in 2004 and inaugurated in 2017.The Bundo Kanduang monument in the Sijunjung traditional village was built to remember the spirit of puti junjung who was the origin of the name of Nagari Sijunjung.It started with the arrival of the provincial Bundo Kanduang team to visit Nagari Sijunjung because it has rumah gadang that are neatly arranged and straight along the river flow.The shape of the rumah gadang which is classified as a small rumah gadang with 5 rooms is different from rumah gadang in general.This uniqueness makes the rumah gadang in Nagari Sijunjung different from the rumah gadang usually found in Minangkabau which has 7-9 rooms.The material used in building rumah gadang is wood.This can be seen on the pillars supporting the rumah gadang building.Apart from wood, bamboo is also a material used for walls, roofs, and floors of rumah gadang.The preservation of customs that are still maintained is another reason why Nagari Sijunjung was made into a traditional village area.Community activities such as batoboh, bakaul, mambantai adaik, and traditional wirid are routine activities carried out by the Sijunjung community.Seeing the potential for cultural tourism in Nagari Sijunjung, the Sijunjung traditional village cultural heritage area and a Bundo Kanduang monument were built as a form of womens/Minangkabau glory by the government.The form found on the Bundo Kanduang monument is a visual of a Bundo Kanduang standing upright facing the entrance gate of the Sijunjung traditional village, a Bundo Kanduang depicted holding a carano.The Bundo Kanduang statue is a depiction of the spirit of puti junjung, the figure who is the origin of the name Nagari Sijunjung.In another sense, the Bundo Kanduang statue is a depiction of Bundo Kanduang.The carano on the Bundo Kanduang monument is interpreted as a welcome to guests/visitors who come to the Sijunjung traditional village.The tread with a height of 47 cm and a length of 995 cm is at the bottom after the Bundo Bunda statue and the top tread has the meaning of Nagari Sijunjung which consists of 4 Koto, namely Koto Bukik Sosai, Koto Gunung Medan, Koto Danau, and Koto Bukik Kunik.The upper site with a height of 97 cm and a length of 633 cm is in the middle position between the statue and the lower site in the shape of a triangle.The meaning contained in the upper site is that the tigo sajarangan furnace consists of custom, law, and syarak/religion.In the colors of the Bundo Kanduang monument, there are 4 colors, namely, black, red, yellow, and cream, each of which describes the characteristics of the Bundo Kanduang.Black symbolizes leadership and respect, red is firm and brave and always obeys customary rules, yellow symbolizes majesty, prosperity, and just and wise law enforcement, cream symbolizes purity, white, and strong syarak/religion.

Future Research

Based on the research findings, there are several suggestions for further research that can be explored to deepen the understanding of the Bundo Kanduang monument and its significance in the Nagari Sijunjung traditional village. Firstly, a comparative study could be conducted to analyze the architectural and cultural aspects of similar monuments in other regions of Indonesia, particularly those with strong traditional values. This would provide a broader perspective on the unique characteristics and symbolism of the Bundo Kanduang monument within the context of Indonesian cultural heritage. Secondly, an in-depth exploration of the social and cultural impact of the monument on the local community could be undertaken. This research could involve qualitative methods such as interviews and focus groups to understand how the monument influences the identity, pride, and sense of belonging among the residents of Nagari Sijunjung. Additionally, it would be beneficial to examine the monuments role in promoting tourism and cultural preservation in the region, including its impact on local economies and the sustainability of traditional practices. Lastly, a study on the artistic and aesthetic aspects of the monument could be conducted, focusing on the symbolism and meaning conveyed through its form, colors, and motifs. This research could involve art historians and cultural experts to interpret the monuments visual language and its connection to Minangkabau culture and traditions. By exploring these suggestions, further research can contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the Bundo Kanduang monuments cultural, social, and artistic significance, and its role in preserving and promoting the rich heritage of Nagari Sijunjung.

Subjects

1. #bundo kanduang#bundo kanduang
2. #rubber duck#rubber duck

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