Dance mask - Indonesia - Barong / Mask (No reserve price)
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Indonesian ritual/dance Barong mask carved from wood with polychrome painting and natural plant-fiber hair, measuring 104 cm high overall with the hair, dating to circa 1960–1970, in good condition with light authentic aging and mild wear around the eye area.
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An expressive and colorful Indonesian ritual/dance mask with long, hanging hairs made of natural fibers. The mask is hand-carved from wood and decorated with striking, large round eyes, a broad smile with visible teeth and stylized polychrome painting in blue, green, pink and yellow. The edges of the mask are finished all around with a braiding that the long fiber hair emerges from. At the back the artisanal bevel finish is clearly visible, as well as a string to hang the mask on the wall.
Condition:
In good condition with light, authentic signs of aging. The wood and painting show a light patina and mild wear around the eye rims that suit the age and handmade character of the piece. The fiber hair is intact.
Dimensions:
Height: 104 cm (including hair)
Mask height: 37 cm
Width: 37 cm
Depth: approx. 12 cm
Weight: 952 grams.
The lot is packed with utmost care and sent by registered mail and insured with track & trace. Pickup is also possible by arrangement.
An expressive and colorful Indonesian ritual/dance mask with long, hanging hairs made of natural fibers. The mask is hand-carved from wood and decorated with striking, large round eyes, a broad smile with visible teeth and stylized polychrome painting in blue, green, pink and yellow. The edges of the mask are finished all around with a braiding that the long fiber hair emerges from. At the back the artisanal bevel finish is clearly visible, as well as a string to hang the mask on the wall.
Condition:
In good condition with light, authentic signs of aging. The wood and painting show a light patina and mild wear around the eye rims that suit the age and handmade character of the piece. The fiber hair is intact.
Dimensions:
Height: 104 cm (including hair)
Mask height: 37 cm
Width: 37 cm
Depth: approx. 12 cm
Weight: 952 grams.
The lot is packed with utmost care and sent by registered mail and insured with track & trace. Pickup is also possible by arrangement.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Material
wood, polychrome painting (pigments/paint) and natural plant-based hair (fibers/sisal)
Country of origin
Indonesia
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
104 cm
Indigenous object name
Barong
Sold with stand
No
Weight
952 g
Estimated period
1960-1970
Title additional information
Barong / Mask
