Old & Original Barong statue - Barong - Indonesia

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€ 101
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Surya Rutten
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Has over 25 years' experience in Asian art and owned an art gallery.

Estimate  € 350 - € 400
PT
€101
DE
€96
PT
€91

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Original Barong teakwood statue from Indonesia, coming with a stand, 68 cm high (including stand), 17 cm wide, 14 cm deep, weighing approximately 1.145 kg, in good condition.

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The Barong is a mythical protector of Bali, symbolizing the triumph of Dharma (Goodness) over Adharma (Evil). As a guardian figure, he stands for protection and balance, making him a valuable addition to your interior, both at home and in your business. This handmade piece, crafted by skilled Balinese artisans, combines intricate wood carving with decorative artistry and reflects the essence of traditional Balinese culture, mirroring the authenticity and grandeur of the Balinese Barong.

A few scratches and signs of wear and a fantastic patina from lived-in years, small nicks here and there that are normal for the age and contribute to the authenticity of the item. It is a handmade "God Barong" mask for decoration, carved in teak wood by artisans from the island of Bali, Indonesia. Barong is a mythical figure on the island of Bali... He was a demon who turned to the good and became the leader of the forces of good, king of the spirits and protector of the island of Bali. Balinese culture is closely linked to Barong; several typical dances in the region are for the God Barong.

It is placed on a custom-made stand (height on stand 68 cm) and the dimensions of the mask itself are approximately 45x17x14 cm. Personally, I find the expression of the figure very beautiful; it seems that the expression changes with a different angle—pure craftsmanship. This is NOT a tourist statue, but a genuine original piece found in Gianyar / Bali. The statue is made from real teak wood and weighs just over 1.2 kilograms including the stand.

In some places the paint has worn nicely and it is a little dusty, because I did not want to clean it to preserve the authenticity and originality. Overall it is in good condition with a beautiful patina. See the last photo of the back to judge the age of this item for yourself.

Although this statue shows light signs of use, it has a wonderfully rich decorative appeal. The wood patina, indicating considerable age, in combination with the elegant design, makes it a beautiful object and collectible!

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• Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping costs. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
• We do not declare goods values below the auction value and do not mark items as 'gifts'. International government regulations prohibit such behavior.
• Note: the images in our auctions are of the actual product and NOT stock photos. All our photos are professionally taken in our studio. The photos are part of the description.

Seller's Story

Booker Trading combines contemporary design with sustainable materials to provide quality products for in and around your home or business. The wood we use is always FSC certified and always reclaimed, reused or sustainably planted. Our website features handcrafted furniture, lighting, decorative items and umbrellas from suppliers who share our vision and passion for unique and functional designs. Booker Trading is a specialized company in organically modern and ecologically responsible designs and products. Furthermore, we are a small company that has spontaneously grown into one of the most famous suppliers of unique items and designs from recycled materials. Booker Trading's products unite organic shapes, industrial and modern design to merge in a functional design with inspiring elements that appeal to the imagination. Booker Trading prides itself on its commitment to environmental sustainability, social responsibility and fair trade with our suppliers. Founded in the year 2010 with sales through online webshop and went offline in 2016 with our workshop and showroom in Zandvoort. Partly due to our expertise and local purchasing agents, BookerTrading is unique. We know how to realize the range wishes of our dealers and customers in a professional manner. Our products are made from recycled, reclaimed or otherwise up-cycled wood, in this way we reinvest in our products. Our range consists of functional furniture and decorative items made from old fishing boats, centuries-old houses, fallen trees from rivers and coffee trees replaced by local farmers. Booker Trading supplies to private individuals, companies and retailers.
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The Barong is a mythical protector of Bali, symbolizing the triumph of Dharma (Goodness) over Adharma (Evil). As a guardian figure, he stands for protection and balance, making him a valuable addition to your interior, both at home and in your business. This handmade piece, crafted by skilled Balinese artisans, combines intricate wood carving with decorative artistry and reflects the essence of traditional Balinese culture, mirroring the authenticity and grandeur of the Balinese Barong.

A few scratches and signs of wear and a fantastic patina from lived-in years, small nicks here and there that are normal for the age and contribute to the authenticity of the item. It is a handmade "God Barong" mask for decoration, carved in teak wood by artisans from the island of Bali, Indonesia. Barong is a mythical figure on the island of Bali... He was a demon who turned to the good and became the leader of the forces of good, king of the spirits and protector of the island of Bali. Balinese culture is closely linked to Barong; several typical dances in the region are for the God Barong.

It is placed on a custom-made stand (height on stand 68 cm) and the dimensions of the mask itself are approximately 45x17x14 cm. Personally, I find the expression of the figure very beautiful; it seems that the expression changes with a different angle—pure craftsmanship. This is NOT a tourist statue, but a genuine original piece found in Gianyar / Bali. The statue is made from real teak wood and weighs just over 1.2 kilograms including the stand.

In some places the paint has worn nicely and it is a little dusty, because I did not want to clean it to preserve the authenticity and originality. Overall it is in good condition with a beautiful patina. See the last photo of the back to judge the age of this item for yourself.

Although this statue shows light signs of use, it has a wonderfully rich decorative appeal. The wood patina, indicating considerable age, in combination with the elegant design, makes it a beautiful object and collectible!

• The items are carefully packed and shipped within 1 business day with PostNL (including track & trace information)
• Tracking is updated on your Catawiki account once your parcel has been delivered. Please check this regularly to avoid your parcel being returned.
• If a parcel is returned, the shipping costs for a second shipment are borne by the buyer.
• Photos are part of the description and remain the property of Booker Trading.
• The lot can be collected by appointment in Zandvoort
• If you have questions about your package, please contact us via the Catawiki messaging service.
• Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping costs. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
• We do not declare goods values below the auction value and do not mark items as 'gifts'. International government regulations prohibit such behavior.
• Note: the images in our auctions are of the actual product and NOT stock photos. All our photos are professionally taken in our studio. The photos are part of the description.

Seller's Story

Booker Trading combines contemporary design with sustainable materials to provide quality products for in and around your home or business. The wood we use is always FSC certified and always reclaimed, reused or sustainably planted. Our website features handcrafted furniture, lighting, decorative items and umbrellas from suppliers who share our vision and passion for unique and functional designs. Booker Trading is a specialized company in organically modern and ecologically responsible designs and products. Furthermore, we are a small company that has spontaneously grown into one of the most famous suppliers of unique items and designs from recycled materials. Booker Trading's products unite organic shapes, industrial and modern design to merge in a functional design with inspiring elements that appeal to the imagination. Booker Trading prides itself on its commitment to environmental sustainability, social responsibility and fair trade with our suppliers. Founded in the year 2010 with sales through online webshop and went offline in 2016 with our workshop and showroom in Zandvoort. Partly due to our expertise and local purchasing agents, BookerTrading is unique. We know how to realize the range wishes of our dealers and customers in a professional manner. Our products are made from recycled, reclaimed or otherwise up-cycled wood, in this way we reinvest in our products. Our range consists of functional furniture and decorative items made from old fishing boats, centuries-old houses, fallen trees from rivers and coffee trees replaced by local farmers. Booker Trading supplies to private individuals, companies and retailers.
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Details

Indigenous object name
Barong
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Old & Original Barong statue
Height
68 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
14 cm
Weight
1145 g
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
1488
Objects sold
98.64%
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