PIGGY BANK CERAMIC FROM DINOYO-MALANG EAST JAVA

Figurative ceramic produced by crafters in Dinoyo ? Malang, East Java, is a public craft which has unique form, technique, and material. Ceramic form produced has harmonious meaning with the society’s social culture element. The research discusses about: (1) What is the idea of piggy bank ceramic creation, (2) What is the meaning of piggy bank ceramic. Data collected from interview and observation. Analysis used is semiotic. Analysis result is about piggy bank ceramic creation which originated from Hindu religion influence, believed by Chinese society in Malang. The meaning which is believed by society is wealthy spirit and fertility.