STUDY OF DECORATIVE ORNAMENTS IN THE PRINGGANDANI WARD OF THE KASEPUHAN PALACE, CIREBON

Abstract

Kasepuhan  Palace or Keraton Kesepuhan, a historic site in West Java, Indonesia, reflects Indonesia's extraordinary cultural richness and historical heritage. Founded in 1529 AD by Prince Mas Zainul Arifin, this palace was originally known as Keraton Pakungwati, named after Ratu Dewi Pakungwati, wife of Sultan Sepuh I or Sunan Gunung Jati, in honor of her after her death in 1549. Keraton Kasepuhan is an example of mixed Sundanese and ethnic architecture. Majapahit influence, but European influence that arrived in the archipelago at that time also brought significant changes, including to the buildings and interior of the Cirebon Palace. One example is Pringgandani Ward, a stunning living room with wood carvings, reliefs and decorations. The method used is qualitative research. The results reveal a variety of ornaments, including wood carvings with floral, leaf, bird and geometric motifs, as well as Dalima reliefs with symbolic meaning in the parable 'Dandang wulung manuk keduwong kembang kanigaran.' Additional wall decorations are ceramic plates with European paintings depicting elements such as houses, boats, trees and bridges, all of which exude cultural and historical values ​​in Javanese and Cirebon traditions. This research emphasizes the importance of preserving cultural heritage and traditional arts in the context of historical buildings such as Pringgandani Ward, which form an inseparable part of Indonesia's valuable history and culture. Additional wall decorations are ceramic plates with European paintings depicting elements such as houses, boats, trees and bridges, all of which exude cultural and historical values ​​in Javanese and Cirebon traditions. This research emphasizes the importance of preserving cultural heritage and traditional arts in the context of historical buildings such as Pringgandani Ward, which form an inseparable part of Indonesia's valuable history and culture.