Rumah Gadang refers to a traditional house belonging to the Minangkabau people, known for its distinctive Gonjong roof and intricate flora and fauna carvings. These carvings are rich in symbolic motifs and hold valuable life lessons for the Minangkabau people. However, a unique variation of Rumah Gadang exists in Koto Tangah Simalanggang, Lima Puluh Kota district. It is dubbed the Rumah Gadang Ukiran Cino, it features Chinese-style carvings with distinct techniques and colors. This research uses a qualitative descriptive-analytical research method that aims to understand the philosophical meanings behind the carving motifs on the Rumah Gadang Ukiran Cino through a comparative study with the original carving motifs on the initial type of The Rumah Gadang house. Peculiarly, the Chinese carving motifs in the Rumah Gadang Ukiran Cino share the same fundamental meanings as the primary Minangkabau motifs, which allows them to still serve as a valuable guide for the social life of the residents of Minangkabau. Keywords: carvings, Minangkabau culture, philosophical meaning, rumah gadang
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