Zhu Aiping (2007) The characteristics of lepa-lepa of the Bajaus in Semporna, Sabah, Malaysia: The design, motifs and components. Masters thesis, Universiti Malaysia Sabah.
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Abstract
The motifs on the carvings of the Lepa-Lepa reflect the cultural background of the Bajau community in Semporna. The presentation highlights the unique features of Lepa-Lepa and uncovers the various characteristics of Lepa-Lepa in its design, motifs and components. The analysis begins with the background of Lepa-Lepa, the types of Lepa-Lepa, the material and function of the Lepa-Lepa to the Bajau ethnic group. The focus of this research is the design of the carvings and the process of creating the Lepa-Lepa. As a traditional Bajau art, Lepa-Lepa plays a very important role in preserving the culture heritage and identity of the Bajau community in Semporna. This research hopes to help in preserving this heritage which is fast eroding with the onset of modernization.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Masters) |
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| Keyword: | Lepa-Lepa, Bajau community, Semporna, Sabah Carving motifs, Traditional boat design, Bajau art and heritage |
| Subjects: | V Naval Science > VM Naval architecture. Shipbuilding. Marine engineering > VM1-989 Naval architecture. Shipbuilding. Marine engineering > VM311-466 Special types of vessels |
| Department: | SCHOOL > School of Arts Studies |
| Depositing User: | DG MASNIAH AHMAD - |
| Date Deposited: | 23 Sep 2025 17:24 |
| Last Modified: | 23 Sep 2025 17:24 |
| URI: | https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/45201 |
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