NO RESERVE PRICE - C- Large authentic hand-carved grey water buffalo skull - Human skull & Octopus Carved skull - Bubalus Bubalis - 72 cm - 78 cm - 20 cm- Non-CITES species
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Description from the seller
A grey water buffalo skull that is engraved by hand by talented Balinese craftsmen. Their fathers have passed on the age-old craft of engraving to their sons. This skull is completely carved open. The carving is of exceptionally high quality. Engraved into the skull is a Human skull and octopus motif.
APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS
Length: 72 cm
Width: 78 cm
DISCLAIMERS
- The horns will be detached for transport purposes, and are easily reattached.
There is also a drawstring attached to the skull so that it can be mounted on a wall.
- The horns are always packed on the bottom of the box, underneath the skull. Please make sure to remove the horns before discarding of the packaging.
- Since it is a natural skull, it might have some natural minimal cracks and crevices in both the skull and the horns. This is normal. Please refer to pictures.
- Our skulls are cleaned professionally, but sometimes minor discolouration still occurs on the teeth. This is natural and normal, and not something we can do a lot about. Please refer to the pictures.
- We’ve added some pictures of our craftsmen at work to give an impression of what the process of creating a carved skull looks like.
- THE WEIGHT MENTIONED IS INCLUDING PACKING MATERIAL.
T H E S H I P M E N T :
- The item will be sent with a Track & Trace code via DHL Parcel, DPD or postNL. The tracking will be updated in your Catawiki lot once your parcel has been dropped off.
- Please check regularly to avoid your parcel being returned to us, in which case the buyer will be responsible for the shipping costs of the 2nd shipment.
- For tracking to Spain and Portugal please use this link and add the tracking number from your Catawiki lot
https://clientesparcel.dhl.es/LiveTracking/Home
I M P O R T A N T !!!
Unfortunately, due to ongoing issues with our shipping couriers, we are currently unable to ship to the Spanish and Portuguese islands. For Spain and Portugal, we can only ship to mainland addresses. Could you please provide us with an alternative mainland delivery address? If you do not have an alternative mainland address available, unfortunately, we will have to cancel the sale.
WE DO NOT COMBINE SHIPPING!!!
If you have any questions about your parcel please contact us using the Catawiki message service. We will try to reply within 3 working days.
Seller's Story
For over a decade, we have travelled across Indonesia to curate unique interior pieces that reflect the country’s rich craftsmanship and cultural heritage. What began as annual trips to Indonesia, a family history descendant of Dutch Indies, and a passion for handmade objects has grown into the rich collection of design objects we offer today with pride.
We specialise in sourcing authentic, artisanal pieces directly from small family-owned ateliers throughout Java, Bali, Sumatra and beyond. Our collection ranges from hand-carved décor and bronze sculptures to natural-material homeware. Each item is carefully selected for its craftsmanship, character, and story.
We have over 10 years of experience working closely with Indonesian artisans. Because of this, our expertise lies in identifying high-quality workmanship, natural materials, and unique pieces that stand out. Every lot we list on Catawiki is personally inspected by us and supports the local communities and traditional techniques we deeply believe in.
A grey water buffalo skull that is engraved by hand by talented Balinese craftsmen. Their fathers have passed on the age-old craft of engraving to their sons. This skull is completely carved open. The carving is of exceptionally high quality. Engraved into the skull is a Human skull and octopus motif.
APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS
Length: 72 cm
Width: 78 cm
DISCLAIMERS
- The horns will be detached for transport purposes, and are easily reattached.
There is also a drawstring attached to the skull so that it can be mounted on a wall.
- The horns are always packed on the bottom of the box, underneath the skull. Please make sure to remove the horns before discarding of the packaging.
- Since it is a natural skull, it might have some natural minimal cracks and crevices in both the skull and the horns. This is normal. Please refer to pictures.
- Our skulls are cleaned professionally, but sometimes minor discolouration still occurs on the teeth. This is natural and normal, and not something we can do a lot about. Please refer to the pictures.
- We’ve added some pictures of our craftsmen at work to give an impression of what the process of creating a carved skull looks like.
- THE WEIGHT MENTIONED IS INCLUDING PACKING MATERIAL.
T H E S H I P M E N T :
- The item will be sent with a Track & Trace code via DHL Parcel, DPD or postNL. The tracking will be updated in your Catawiki lot once your parcel has been dropped off.
- Please check regularly to avoid your parcel being returned to us, in which case the buyer will be responsible for the shipping costs of the 2nd shipment.
- For tracking to Spain and Portugal please use this link and add the tracking number from your Catawiki lot
https://clientesparcel.dhl.es/LiveTracking/Home
I M P O R T A N T !!!
Unfortunately, due to ongoing issues with our shipping couriers, we are currently unable to ship to the Spanish and Portuguese islands. For Spain and Portugal, we can only ship to mainland addresses. Could you please provide us with an alternative mainland delivery address? If you do not have an alternative mainland address available, unfortunately, we will have to cancel the sale.
WE DO NOT COMBINE SHIPPING!!!
If you have any questions about your parcel please contact us using the Catawiki message service. We will try to reply within 3 working days.
Seller's Story
For over a decade, we have travelled across Indonesia to curate unique interior pieces that reflect the country’s rich craftsmanship and cultural heritage. What began as annual trips to Indonesia, a family history descendant of Dutch Indies, and a passion for handmade objects has grown into the rich collection of design objects we offer today with pride.
We specialise in sourcing authentic, artisanal pieces directly from small family-owned ateliers throughout Java, Bali, Sumatra and beyond. Our collection ranges from hand-carved décor and bronze sculptures to natural-material homeware. Each item is carefully selected for its craftsmanship, character, and story.
We have over 10 years of experience working closely with Indonesian artisans. Because of this, our expertise lies in identifying high-quality workmanship, natural materials, and unique pieces that stand out. Every lot we list on Catawiki is personally inspected by us and supports the local communities and traditional techniques we deeply believe in.
Details
Era
After 2000
Specimen
NO RESERVE PRICE - C- Large authentic hand-carved grey water buffalo skull - Human skull & Octopus
Scientific name
Bubalus Bubalis
Country of origin
Indonesia
CITES relevancy
Non-CITES species
Condition
Good condition
Year
2026
Weight
6400 g
Depth
20 cm
Height
72 cm
Width
78 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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