Traditional Motifs Research Articles

THE FUNCTIONING OF COMONYMS IN MODERN SONG TEXTS OF THE TATAR AND MARI PEOPLES

The article is devoted to the analysis of the modern musical and song tradition of the contacting ethnic groups of the Middle Volga region. The main attention is focused on the study of song texts in the Tatar and Mari languages contained in the names of rural settlements of the Republic of Tatarstan and the Republic of Mari El. The preservation of a common trend for all ethnic groups, expressed in the unification of thematic groups, the preservation of common features of national and cultural specificity in the performance of musical works, has been established. An archaic pentatonic characteristic of the Tatar song model, borrowed into the Mari folk song, has been recorded. It is confirmed that the basis of the modern Tatar and Mari musical and song culture of the village is the genre of village chant, marking the place of existence of the song and informing about the attribution of the song to a certain locality. There is a direct connection between the village and the rustic motif (chant). The implementation of the village tune is carried out mainly in everyday languages through lyrical songs and “takmak”. “Takmak” (analogous to Russian chastushka), as a legacy of the musical influence of the Turkic-Tatar population of the Middle Volga region, retained its influence on the musical tradition of the Cheremis (Mari) people, which allowed to establish a certain kinship of modern folkish songs of these peoples in rural society. The marking of the geographical affiliation of the song works is provided by toponyms describing the location of a particular locality. Song collections of a consolidated type in the Tatar and Mari languages are presented in printed and electronic versions. A comparative analysis of modern songs, including comonyms, revealed the manifestation of similar features when they are implemented in a natural cultural environment. Most modern folkish songs, both Tatar and Mari, are based on traditional motifs of the small homeland, nostalgia for the rural nativity, love of nature, autobiographical history, memories of past youth and childhood, indicating the characteristic features of the geo-landscape for this territory, as well as linguistic and cultural images based on the motives of sociocommunication – the presentation of the settlement, its residents, outstanding natives, self-presentation, promotion of village traditions, relationships of the multiethnic composition of the village, etc.

A STUDY OF JAMBI BATIK ARTISANS IN INNOVATION AND STRATEGIC DECISION-MAKING TO INFLUENCE THE DEVELOPMENT AND RESILIENCE OF THE JAMBI BATIK INDUSTRY

This study investigates Jambi batik artisans' resilience and innovative strategies in overcoming economic challenges and disruption in the textile industry. Using a qualitative approach with data analysis based on Miles and Huberman’s interactive model, the research delves into how these artisans creatively adapt to changing market demands by incorporating alternative materials, eco-friendly dyes, and distinctive local designs to enhance product appeal. The study also explores their marketing strategies, which leverage digital platforms and direct sales at exhibitions, significantly expanding their consumer reach and maintaining competitiveness. This combination of traditional artistry and modern tactics supports the preservation of Jambi's cultural heritage. It aligns with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to responsible production, decent work, and gender equality. The findings reveal that Jambi batik artisans successfully merge traditional motifs with contemporary styles, allowing them to preserve local identity while meeting evolving consumer preferences. Notably, this research highlights how artisans overcome resource limitations and market fluctuations by engaging in strategic collaborations, fostering community support, and adopting digital innovations to broaden their reach. This study's novelty lies in its focus on the dual role of cultural preservation and sustainable economic practices, offering insights into how traditional industries can thrive in modern contexts. The outcomes emphasize that with strategic innovation, the Jambi batik industry has substantial potential for sustainable growth, presenting a model for other cultural enterprises seeking resilience in the face of globalization and economic challenges.

A Study of Traditional Motifs in the Costumes of the Dong Ethnic Group in Qiandongnan: The Evolution and Protection of Cultural Symbols

The Dong costume patterns in Qiandongnan have a long history and distinctive regional cultural characteristics, and their patterns contain high cultural and emotional values. Nowadays, the development of traditional patterns and cultural symbols of Dong costumes is facing many new challenges, which require expanding the application carriers of the patterns and giving them a new life. This is the value of inheritance, revitalization, and innovation of costume patterns, as well as a new direction for the development of Dong traditional costume patterns. In this thesis, the origin, connotation, and cultural symbols of Dong costumes in Qiandongnan are studied in depth, aiming to explore their role in Dong's cultural inheritance. Through the historical tracing and cultural connotation analysis of Dong costumes, we find that they are not only a decorative tool but also a vivid expression of Dong culture relying on the profound historical background. Through the comprehensive study of Dong costumes, the cultural heritage of traditional patterns of Dong costumes not only provides strong support for the cultural inheritance of the Dong people but also provides useful inspiration for the protection and inheritance of other ethnic cultures. By strengthening the cognition and dissemination of cultural symbols, we are expected to promote exchanges between different cultures and realize communal development.

Importance of Unconscious Conditioning: Case Study of Mithila

The main aim of the article is to identify and understand the existing ritualistic practices followed in Mithila (a community in India) to nurture and imbibe values among the younger generation. The phenomenon being studied is ‘unconscious conditioning’ within the context of ‘Mithila culture’, using analytical psychology and Triguna theory. Both primary and secondary data have been used for this case study. The respondents were chosen through purposive sampling keeping the objective of the paper in mind. Secondary data included literature in the forms of books, articles and papers which have been written on the said topic. Constructivist grounded theory has been used to analyse the data. The findings show that there are different stages that an individual goes through to gain balance between the conscious and the unconscious. These stages are like stepping stones to attaining wholeness or in Maslow’s terms ‘self-actualization’. Ritualistic practices, traditional motifs and drawings become an integral part of one’s psyche and influence everyday decision-making process. These practices are especially important during major transitions in life—like birth, death, weddings and so on, making it easier and more comfortable for the said individual. The article helps us understand the linkage between analytical psychology, Triguna theory and its implication in our lives.

Entropy based network anomaly detection

an era of relentless cyber threats, the increasing complexity and volume of data significantly intensify the risk and impact of cybersecurity breaches. As organizations generate and store more data, the potential attack surface grows, providing more opportunities for malicious actors to exploit vulnerabilities. Consequently, there is a growing necessity for more advanced analytical techniques to effectively detect and mitigate these evolving threats. Shannon entropy, introduced by Claude Shannon in 1948, is a fundamental concept in information theory that measures the unpredictability or randomness of information. It serves as a primary tool for identifying unusual patterns within extensive datasets, offering a quantitative approach to detect anomalies This paper explores the application of Shannon’s Entropy to detect and prevent distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. Unlike traditional motif identification tools, which focus on recurring patterns within data, Shannon entropy provides a broader measure of randomness and can detect subtle variations that may indicate a security breach. By leveraging the entropy measure, cybersecurity systems can identify and respond to abnormal traffic patterns that signify a potential DDoS attack, thereby enhancing the robustness and reliability of data protection mechanisms

Re-inventing Vernacular Arts and Crafts: Creation of a Cauldron Inspired from the Ornament Motifs of Sunan Padangaran Mosque, Indonesia

The Sunan Padangaran Mosque is one of the historical sites in Indonesia which contains unique architecture in the form of ornaments. This research examines how the architectural ornaments of the Sunan Padangaran Mosque can be integrated into the design of making traditional cauldrons as an effort to preserve and innovate local arts and craft. It focuses on the process of adapting mosque ornament motifs in making cauldrons. It uses qualitative methods involving case studies. Data is collected through mosque ornaments and in collaboration with local pot craftsmen. The research leads to an experimentaal production of the cauldrons inspired by the traditional motifs. The creative process includes the stages of selecting materials, forming the pot, and applying the chosen and articulated ornaments. Craftsmen play a direct role in replicating the pot which produces the research results. This research concludes that the process of making a cauldron replica involves several stages to reflect the beauty and uniqueness of the ornaments of the Sunan Padangaran Mosque. The ornamental design of the cauldron functions not only as a place to store items, but also as a decorative element that increases its aesthetic value. The shape of the cauldron created is also part of an effort to preserve the culture of the vernacular communities of the past who have often used cauldrons to store goods.

Through the Eyes of the Beholder: Motifs (Re)Interpreted in the 27th Dynasty

This paper aims to highlight examples of artistic motifs common throughout Egyptian history but augmented in novel ways during the 27th Dynasty, a time when Egypt was part of the Achaemenid empire and ruled by Persian kings. These kings represented themselves as traditional pharaohs within Egypt’s borders and utilized longstanding Egyptian artistic motifs in their monumental constructions. These motifs, however, were manipulated in subtle ways to send targeted messages to audience(s) of this art. Art historians tend to situate visual styles and motifs within the longue durée of artistic tradition and pick a singular, official, and centralized perspective to narrate the history and reception of that art. In the case of Egypt, this perspective is often that of the king, and there is an assumption that there was a monolithic message sent to his people. But we are not dealing with a homogenous people; a diverse population would have had varied reactions to and interpretations of this visual signaling. By highlighting both the augmentation of traditional motifs undertaken by the Achaemenid administration and the multiplicity of perspectives they held for their audience(s), we can better understand ancient art as being dynamic in function and interpretation, rather than as a static snapshot of carbon-copied royal authority.

Utilizing Data Mining Techniques to Analysis Changes in Purchase Behavior of Batik’s Customers

Sales transaction data contains rich information potentially used to support company competitiveness. However, interpreting and utilizing transaction data in developing marketing strategies remains a challenge, even for big companies. Therefore, this research aims to develop marketing strategies using data mining techniques. A medium-sized company focusing on producing and selling traditional motif clothes (batik) will be used as a case study. The negative sales trend is the biggest issue currently faced by the company. Hypothetically, this problem is caused by imported products sold at lower prices or changing consumer behavior after pandemic covid. Currently, the company only implements simple analysis of its transaction data. The analysis of transaction data, conducted through five data mining stages, yielded a shift from purchasing small quantities to larger quantities, increased purchases during the final week of each month, and increased purchases on religious occasions. Furthermore, the analysis revealed that 31.29% of all transactions were attributed to loyal consumers, and 192 customers exhibited in Cluster 1 (high transaction quantities and high transaction values). Further investigation also revealed that customers categorized as loyal customers and Cluster 1 have different behaviors that can be used to develop further customer relationship programs. Future research can be conducted by employing data mining techniques to study the organization's assortment of products. Management discussions reveal that changes in consumer buying behavior extend to the selection of items and batik themes.

Exploring the Impact of Packaging Design on Consumer Purchase Behavior for Northeastern Cereal Agricultural Products

This study endeavors to unravel the intricate relationship between packaging design and consumer behavior in the context of Northeastern cereal agricultural products. Focusing on the vibrant region of Song Yuan, Jilin, China, the study employs a multi-method approach encompassing fieldwork observations, content analysis, and consumer surveys. The investigation unfolds in three key dimensions: evaluating current packaging designs, understanding consumer perspectives, and gauging the acceptance of alternative designs. The findings reveal four distinct models of packaging design, each resonating differently with consumers. Traditional motifs evoke a sense of authenticity, while modern graphics enhance visual appeal and information communication. Consistency with brand identity instills trust, and informative packaging aids in informed purchase decisions. Additionally, the introduction of alternative designs presents an exciting prospect, especially among younger demographics, signifying a potential shift in consumer preferences. This research contributes a nuanced understanding of the pivotal role packaging design plays in shaping consumer choices for Northeastern cereal agricultural products. It provides actionable insights for businesses seeking to align their packaging strategies with consumer preferences, fostering brand loyalty and enhancing market competitiveness. This study serves as a valuable resource for practitioners, academics, and stakeholders invested in the dynamic interplay between design and consumer behavior.

Research on GUCCI’s Business Strategies and Their Implications

The essay dissects GUCCI's comprehensive business strategies, encompassing design innovation, brand identity, marketing prowess, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility. It highlights the brand's adeptness at blending traditional motifs with modern trends, evidenced by its iconic logos and motifs. The significance of marketing campaigns, including collaborations and celebrity endorsements, is examined, alongside the brand's engagement with social causes. The essay also underscores GUCCI's commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, discussing its efforts to trace materials, reduce environmental impact, and uplift the lives of those involved in production. The conclusion assesses the impact of these strategies, emphasizing GUCCI's exceptional financial performance and competitive advantage. The brand's ability to thrive in a challenging market while maintaining its iconic status speaks to the effectiveness of its strategic approach. In essence, this essay showcases GUCCI as a paragon of brand strategy, highlighting the intersection of innovation, identity, marketing, sustainability, and responsibility. GUCCI's journey serves as a compelling example of how these elements can lead to enduring success in the ever-evolving luxury fashion landscape.

PROMOTION OF NATIONAL IDENTITY AND ROMANIAN TRADITIONAL AESTHETICS THROUGH THE USE OF CONTEMPORARY ADORNMENTS

This study accentuates the importance of the contemporary jewelry in the promotion of the national Bessarabanian identity. Romanian jewelry and adornments can include traditional elements, materials and techniques for the purpose of creating a unique masterpiece, which reflect Romanian culture. The ways through which contemporary jewerly can help promote Romanian national and traditional identity include inspiring traditional motifs, exploring cultural symbols, education and awareness, collaborating with local designers, and promoting sustainability. This study highlights the vital role of contemporary jewelry in preserving and transmitting Romanian Cultural Values in Bessarabia to future generations and in creating deep connections between artists, designers and the local community. It also highlights the importance of national identity in the development of contemporary jewelry, which can contribute to the promotion of Romanian traditions and crafts in the contemporary global context.

Traditional Cultural and Creative Product Design Methods Combining Digital Art Elements

Abstract As a mode of perpetuating and revitalizing traditional culture, cultural and creative products have garnered widespread affection and recognition from the public. In the context of evolving societal trends and advancements in science and technology, the digitization of traditional cultural and creative products has emerged as a prominent trend. This study undertakes the digital design of these products, primarily focusing on the innovative application of a style transfer algorithm to traditional motifs, supplemented by their visualization through digital platforms such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). Furthermore, it facilitates intelligent consumer interaction via gesture recognition algorithms, thereby enhancing user engagement and experience. During the implementation phase, this research conducts comparative analyses of style transfer and gesture recognition within digital cultural and creative products. It also employs the Kano questionnaire to categorize and analyze user needs effectively. Notably, while the recall rate of the style transfer algorithm documented in this study remains below 0.9, it consistently achieves high precision, significantly enhances feature extraction capabilities, and improves the quality of the style transfer effects produced. Moreover, the static gesture recognition algorithm achieves an impressive average recognition rate of 98.2%. The dynamic gesture recognition algorithm, meanwhile, maintains an average recognition rate of 94% with a processing time of 3.2 seconds, balancing the demands of real-time interaction and accuracy effectively. This study systematically analyzes the significance of each requirement element across six dimensions, classifying customer needs for digital cultural and creative products into four distinct categories. Additionally, it delineates a viable pathway for the integration of digital art elements into the design of artistic and innovative products, setting a foundation for future innovations in this field.

Research on the Application of Northwest Traditional Patterns in Modern Design under the Background of Big Data

Abstract Northwest traditional patterns possess a rich history and a distinctive artistic style, offering immense potential for innovative design applications. This paper delves into the integration of these conventional motifs into contemporary design frameworks. Initially, we employ the semantic differential method to select vocabulary for the perceptual assessment of Northwest traditional patterns when incorporated into modern designs. We analyze the components of the design samples and utilize the partial least squares method to construct a correlation model between the perceptual assessment vocabulary and the design elements. This approach facilitates a detailed correlation analysis between the application of Northwest traditional motifs and their perceptual evaluation, leading to the formation of associative links between the imagery vocabulary and design features. Subsequently, we define theme, symbol, composition, and color as independent variables, with audience preference as the dependent variable, to conduct a multiple regression analysis. This analysis explores the impact of these dimensions on audience preference. The findings indicate that the significance levels of theme, symbolism, composition, and color are all below 0.05, demonstrating a positive influence on audience preferences. Notably, symbolism, with a regression coefficient of 0.356, exerts the most substantial impact on audience preference. The established correlations between design elements and perceptual evaluations, alongside the analysis of design dimensions’ influence on audience preferences, provide valuable insights for the application of Northwest traditional motifs in modern design contexts.

A Comparative Study of Printed Fabric Product Lines and Design Concepts of Texstyle Ghana Limited

Purpose: This research investigates TexStyle Ghana Limited’s printed fabric design concepts over three decades, focusing on cultural heritage and consumer preferences, aiming to understand trends and patterns.
 Design/Methodology/Approach: This research employs qualitative data analysis as the primary approach to investigate design concepts. The research method adopted for this study is a single-case method. The data is collected from TexStyle Ghana Limited (TSGL), a prominent textile printing company in Ghana, with a specific focus on their product lines and historical design trends. The data is analysed based on patterns, and themes within textual or visual data.
 Findings: TexStyle Ghana Limited (TSGL) offers four unique brands of printed fabrics catering to diverse consumer segments. Their design concepts reflect cultural motifs, traditional heritage, and bold African textile utilisation. TSGL's product lines, such as the Adepa Dumas and NuStyle collections, target specific demographics with distinctive design elements.
 Research Limitation/Implications: The study's limitation includes focusing on TSGL, although there are other printing companies in Ghana. However, the findings or implications could apply to other textile printing companies.
 Practical Implication: The research highlights the significance of considering customer preferences and cultural heritage in textile design for Ghanaian companies. These include traditional motifs, vibrant colours, and cultural symbolism that enhances competitiveness and customer satisfaction.
 Social Implication: Preserving Ghanaian cultural heritage through printed fabrics promotes representation, inclusivity, and global promotion of African art and fashion while catering to diverse consumer segments.
 Originality/Value: This industry-specific lens allows for targeted insights into the unique challenges and innovations in textile printing, contributing to a more granular understanding of Ghana's fashion landscape.

ADAPTATION OF TRIBAL ART OF CENTRAL WESTERN INDIA FOR DEVELOPMENT OF TEXTILE PRODUCT USING DIGITAL DESIGN SOFTWARE

The tribal art of Central Western India including the Warli, Gond, Bhil, Pithora, Mandana, and others boasts a rich heritage of vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and traditional motifs, reflecting the unique cultural and artistic diversity of the region. This research explores the fusion of tradition and modernity by adapting tribal art into textile design using digital design software to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of textile design. The study also aims to highlight the potential for sustainable development and economic empowerment of tribal communities while preserving and promoting their indigenous art forms. By bridging the gap between tradition and modernity, this research demonstrates the feasibility of adapting tribal art for textile products using digital tools, leading to innovative and marketable designs by preserving the art forms and improving the overall well-being of tribal communities.

Perlindungan Kekayaan Intelektual Batik Tradisional Dalam Perspektif Hukum

Batik is a culturally significant craft with considerable artistic merit that has permeated Indonesia. Batik featuring traditional motifs is thus a significant cultural artifact of Indonesia. Therefore, batik must be safeguarded, maintained, and its growth must be encouraged. The copyright for this batik art, which has been practiced for generations as part of a traditional culture, shall be owned by the state in accordance with Article 10, paragraph 2 of Law No. 19 of 2002 on Copyright. Nevertheless, this legislation has proven inadequate in safeguarding the intellectual property rights of conventional batik motifs during its execution. This research approach is based on an empirical legal methodology. The research findings indicate that Surakarta Kraton batik is categorized as one of the craft arts that has effectively rejuvenated its motifs, techniques, and applications, thereby ensuring its continued existence. Consequently, special protection is required, with the purpose of safeguarding traditional cultural expressions in order to prevent their extinction and preserve cultural heritage. Sui generis IPR protection is intended to safeguard folklore by ensuring that its philosophical, symbolic, theological, and sacrosanct values remain intact.

City Branding Design from the Identification of Local Values of Penajam Paser Utara Regency

Penajam Paser Utara Regency is in a strategic location to improve its brand identity. Its existence adjacent to the new State Capital (IKN) is an opportunity with great potential for developing all Penajam Paser Utara Regency (PPU) sectors. The natural wealth in the form of the sea, endemic fauna in the form of sambar deer, Mastogok traditional motifs and some rice-producing areas that can be said to be the granary of IKN food security are local values that will be visualized in the form of a logo that characterizes Penajam Paser Utara Regency, plus a location that can be said to be "Serambi Nusantara" which means that PPU is the front porch / front page of IKN. The method in designing the city branding logo of Penajam Paser Utara Regency is practice-based (Practice-based research) because the foundation at the beginning is the experience of directly observing and obtaining data directly from the community, regional officials, and local customary leaders. The stages in this method include observation, improvisation, and realization. Ultimately, this paper shows a comprehensive design process for creating a visual identity for a city/district, which begins with research, visual enrichment, and visual design finalization.

An Ethical Approach to Creating Gardens Inspired by Qurʾānic Narratives

Abstract Much of the literature on “Islamic gardens” focuses on artistic and architectural features or religious symbolism attributed to the influence of Islamic beliefs and civilization. This study seeks to expand the scope of intellectual inquiry beyond traditional motifs and recurrent features to investigate the potential influence of Islamic ethical values on creating gardens. Following a brief overview of the history of “Islamic gardens” and a short survey of Qurʾānic terms denoting earthly and paradisiacal gardens, this research highlights theological and ethical principles derived from four Qurʾānic narratives featuring earthly gardens, natural landscapes and non-human creation. These principles are, then, incorporated into a holistic ethical framework for creating gardens that harmonizes theocentric, anthropocentric, and ecocentric priorities. This framework prioritizes faithfulness to God while upholding both serving humanity and safeguarding natural habitats and ecosystems as ethical imperatives and mutually reinforcing investments with spiritual consequences in this life and the hereafter. This study also presents several garden models (particularly botanic gardens and community gardens) considered suitable for adopting and applying the proposed tripartite framework. The last section of this study explores how Islamic institutions, including mosques and charitable organizations, can utilize the tripartite framework to create gardens and green spaces that contribute to fulfilling a range of spiritual, social and environmental objectives.

A STUDY ON TRADITIONAL MOTIFS AND TECHNIQUES OF DHABHLA AND ITS CHANGES OF KUTCH REGION

The primary purpose of the study is to evaluate the traditional motifs and techniques of Dhabhla and its change in the Kutch region. Kutch district of Gujarat is a religious centre for pilgrimage and is interesting for historical lovers. The weaving craft of Kutch has its origins in the barter system in the past time. Weavers were very dependent upon other communities to get work. Traditional weaving has been accepted from generation to generation; the passage of time has created newness in design to retain its interest. The Dhabhla was available in various traditional motifs based on the daily life of the weavers - mostly geometrical motifs. The weaving of Kutch is famous for its traditional intricate designs, arrangement of motifs, and rural-based handicrafts. Usually, the effect of delicacy, rich-vivid, and contrast color combinations are imparted in patterning. The Centre of weaving is Kutch and Sunder Nagar.

Roma in Children’s and Young Adult Literature in Slovakia

This paper presents the first systematic overview of the artistic production of Romany authors in literature for children and young people in Slovakia in the context of its three developmental stages – from the 1930s until the end of the 1950s, from the beginning of the 1960s until 1989, and from 1989 to the present. Simultaneously, the study points out the contemporary socio-economic conditions of Roma people’s life in Slovakia that are perceived as causes and consequences of their complicated process of self-identification, emancipation, and cultural self-realisation in Slovak art for children and young people. The paper highlights the beginnings of several Roma authors, who, in their poems, prose, and dramatic creations for children and young people, revived traditional motifs of Romany folklore (songs and folktales) about love and the ancient longings of Roma people for happiness, freedom, and liberty. Thus, they created the conditions for the forming and continuous development of Roma literature for children and young adults in Slovakia.