Diverse Attributes, This is a List of Properties Used in the Lumping Horse Dance

Illustration of the Kuda Lumping dance (Pixabay/Masbebet)

YOGYAKARTA - Lumping horse, also known as Jathilan, is a Javanese traditional dance that features a group of soldiers riding a horse made of bamboo woven. this type of dance uses many properties to support the appearance. So, what are the properties used in the Lumping Horse dance? Come on, find out the answer in the following article.

As we know, Kuda Lumping is a type of regional art that is popular among the Javanese people. In the staging, the horse dance is usually accompanied by simple special music, such as kenong, gong, drums, and slompret, as well as other traditional musical instruments.

In various regions on the island of Java, the Kuda Lumping dance is called by different names. For example, Kuda Lumping in West Java, Jaran Kepang in Surabaya, Jathilan Hamengkubuwono in Central Java and Yogyakarta, Jaranan Turonggo Yakso in Trenggalek, and so on.

The characteristic of the Kuda Lumping dance is the action of possession which is a fun spectacle for all visitors. In addition, there are also attractions of magical power, such as eating beling, immune body, and others.

Properties Used in the Kuda Lumping Dance

As mentioned above, the Kuda Lumping dance uses many properties to support the appearance, ranging from special tops, dance scarves, to imitation machetes.

Compiled from various sources, the following are some properties that are often used in horse dance:

Special Top Coat

Usually in the form of a bright shirt or T-shirt covered with Apok and a vest. This costume emphasizes the spirit and energetic character of the dancers.

Special Pants

It is designed so that dancers can move freely. Generally equipped with a batik-motif scarf that is worn on the hips as an additional decoration.

Rompi Tari

It is a mandatory attribute that is worn between the inner shirt and Apok. The vest has various motifs that add visual appeal to the dancer's appearance.

Bamboo Woven Horse

The most iconic property of the Lumping Horse Dance is used as a symbolic mount. Made from woven bamboo to form a horse, it depicts courage and fighting spirit.

Khas Bracelet

It functions as a decorative accessory for the dancer's hand. One type is called klinting, a golden-colored bracelet that adds an elegant impression.

Selendang Tari

Used as an additional binding or accent on the costume. Each community usually has a scarf with its own color and motif.

Sesumping

Accessories worn on the dancer's ears. The shape is shiny and resembles a puppet in a wayang puppet show, although its use is not always mandatory.

Whip

It consists of a long and short whip. In addition to being used in dance movements, this tool also serves for the pawang when controlling dancers who are possessed.

Apok

It is a typical layer of clothing worn over the vest. A symbol of the bravery of male dancers and depicts a strong character in the performance.

Head Tie Khas

Used on the head with colors and motifs that are adjusted to the theme of the costume. Its function adds a dashing and neat impression.

Sunglasses

It is worn to cover the expression of the dancer's eyes so that they are not easily read by the audience and are believed to protect against spiritual influences during the performance.

Decorative Belt

Functions to strengthen the overall costume of the dancer. Usually black, but can be adjusted to the theme of the color of the clothes used.

Imitation Sword

Made from wood with paint resembling the original metal. This machete became a symbol of the people's resistance against colonialism in the past.

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