NDALEM PANGERAN KERATON SURAKARTA DALAM FOTOGRAFI ARSITEKTUR

Abstract

The Surakarta Hadiningrat Palace was founded in 1745 by Susuhunan Paku Buwono II and stands
as an important center of Javanese culture. Its architecture combines traditional Javanese principles, Islamic
values, and colonial influences, reflected in key structures such as the pendhapa, ndalem, and other buildings
used for administrative and ceremonial purposes. The Ndalem Pangeran refers to a residence occupied by
royal family members holding the title of prince, representing both social status and symbolic meaning within
the palace complex. This work employs photography as a medium to visualize the architectural beauty and
ornamental details of the Ndalem Pangeran. The primary focus is on visual elements that convey the
building’s grandeur and cultural significance. Architectural photography techniques, careful composition,
and selected viewpoints are used to highlight spatial qualities, details, and atmosphere. The resulting
photographic work is not only aesthetic but also informative, contributing to the documentation and
promotion of Javanese cultural heritage at the Surakarta Palace, particularly the Ndalem Pangeran, and
aims to inspire younger generations to better understand and preserve Indonesia’s cultural legacy