Bookends (2) - Wood - Weeping Buddha / Yogiman
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Pair of hand-carved wooden Orang Malu bookends from Indonesia, each 14.8 cm high, 14 cm wide and 12 cm deep weighing 755 g, dating to 1970–1980, in good condition with minor signs of aging; the back view forms a heart shape and the figures are known as the Weeping Buddha or Yogiman.
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Beautiful pair of hand-carved wood Orang Malu (also known as the Weeping Buddha or Yogiman) bookends from Indonesia. The iconic meditative figure symbolizes humility, inner strength, and reflection. When viewed from the back, the sculpture forms the shape of a human heart, one of the most distinctive features of the Orang Malu tradition.
These matching bookends are finely carved from solid wood and display an attractive natural grain.
Dimensions (each):
Height: 14.8 cm
Width: 14 cm
Depth: 12 cm
Weight: 755 g, each.
Condition:
Very good condition with only minor signs of age and use. No cracks or repairs.
A decorative and symbolic set, ideal for collectors of Asian art, spiritual objects, or unique handcrafted bookends.
They will be well packed and sent insured.
Beautiful pair of hand-carved wood Orang Malu (also known as the Weeping Buddha or Yogiman) bookends from Indonesia. The iconic meditative figure symbolizes humility, inner strength, and reflection. When viewed from the back, the sculpture forms the shape of a human heart, one of the most distinctive features of the Orang Malu tradition.
These matching bookends are finely carved from solid wood and display an attractive natural grain.
Dimensions (each):
Height: 14.8 cm
Width: 14 cm
Depth: 12 cm
Weight: 755 g, each.
Condition:
Very good condition with only minor signs of age and use. No cracks or repairs.
A decorative and symbolic set, ideal for collectors of Asian art, spiritual objects, or unique handcrafted bookends.
They will be well packed and sent insured.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1510 g
Title additional information
Weeping Buddha / Yogiman
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
Indonesia
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
14.8 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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