Social Values in The Making of Walasuji^s Gate Miniature Akramullah, Mohammad Isa Pramana Koesoemadinata, Asep Sufyan Muhakik A
Telkom University
Abstract
The Walasuji tradition is an art work of woven bamboo typical of the Bugis tribe in South Sulawesi. It has philosophical values that reflect good character for the young generation of Bugis society. Unfortunately, Walasuji are increasingly rare to be found nowadays, so that the values it brings need to be preserved. This study tries to find out the social values in making the walasuji gate miniature to preserve the tradition in modern era.This research used qualitative method with descriptive analysis type. Data collection techniques are interviews, observation and documentation including data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions.The result of this research is by making the gate miniature of Walasuji, students can develop social values such as Mutual cooperation. This research can be applied in learning arts and culture based on local wisdom to provide character education to students at the junior and senior high school levels.
Keywords: Walasuji- Tradition- Social Value- Miniature.
