Eko Haryanto, Desain Komunikasi Visual (D3) (2016) The Socio-Cultural Capital Role of Mulyoharjo Craftsmen in the Preservation of Jepara Carving Arts, Indonesia. ISVS e-journa, 10 (03).

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Abstract

Jepara carving has existed since the Majapahit Kingdom and experienced rapid developments only in 1549. The emergence of Jepara carving was influenced by acculturation and the socio-cultural conditions of the local people who highly uphold the local wisdom and the traditions. This research examines the role of socio-cultural capital in maintaining the Jepara carving industry. It also identifies the socio-cultural characteristics and creative handicraft products developed in the Mulyoharjo Village. This is interpretive research and used observations and interviews for data collection. The respondents were industry stakeholders and carving art craftsmen at the Mulyoharjo Village, Jepara Regency, Central Java. The respondents were selected by purposive sampling. The socio-cultural identity of the Mulyoharjo people is closely related to the Islamic values and social norms adopted to local traditions, resulting in a unique local culture. These socio-cultural conditions impact the activities of the Mulyoharjo community, the majority of whom are carving and sculpture craftsmen. Thus, this cultural wealth has influenced carvers to create creative and highly aesthetic carving products. The existence of the Jepara carving craftsmen and entrepreneur community cannot be separated from the role of socio-cultural capital that has been ingrained since many years ago. Therefore, the existing norms, trust, networks and reciprocity can support the sustainability of the carving industry in the Mulyoharjo Village. The study concludes that the socio-cultural values upheld by the carving craftsmen and entrepreneurs reflect the local identity of the Mulyoharjo people, who are full of honesty, cooperation, and enthusiasm in collaborating with the other elements of the society. It is clear that the existence of socio-cultural capital can provide harmony, opportunity, and continuity in the carving industry

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