cirebon cultural tourism Furniture is a form of carving art that we often encounter within reach of our eyes. Carving art itself has many types and functions. Carving art has an embossed texture so that it becomes a characteristic of the carving itself. Its development from time to time continues to vary, even the art of carving is already known internationally.
furniture deriving from a Dutch word that signifies household appliances, encompasses objects like chairs, tables, cabinets, and door used to furnish homes, offices, schools. Professional wood craftsmen typically craft furniture from wood, but modern adaptations blend wood with materials like metal, fabric, and glass.
furniture carving art is one part of the creative industry in Cirebon, the creative industry itself has the meaning of economic activity that utilizes the skills, creativity, and talents of individuals in creating jobs and developing the economic welfare of the surrounding community. Community concern for utilizing human and natural resources in the environment creates creative industries.
As times develop and consumer needs diversify, marketers are now offering furniture with greater aesthetic value. They not only craft it with simple wood carvings but also enhance it with exceptional finishes, including melamine, natural wax, and veneer types. Here is one of the wood craftsmen who produce furniture such as chairs, tables, cabinets and others. located in Pasawahan Village, Cirebon Regency, West Java.
This creative industry establishes the use of old, valuable trees and maintains and preserves an artistic heritage for future generations. An individual still owns this furniture manufacturing place, and it lacks a brand name due to a small target market. However, this creative industry has been operating for a long time and employs several wood experts. We hope the government supports the UMKM in this creative industry to increase its visibility.
Written by AISAH
