A pair of old Balinese Topeng Bondres theater masks with movable jaws. - Wood - Indonesia - Late 20th century
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Pair of hand-carved Balinese Topeng Bondres theater masks with a movable jaw, in red and green, wooden construction from Bali, Indonesia, each about 18 × 15 × 8 cm, dating to the late 20th century, in good condition, original/authentic, from a private collection.
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Exceptional pair of hand-carved Balinese theater masks (Topeng Bondres) with movable lower jaw and hair appliqués
Origin & Provenance:
Bali, Indonesia.
Special Feature:
Movable jaw mechanism, traditionally connected at the back via nailed leather straps. Dimensions per mask: approx. 18 × 15 × 8 cm
Characters:
Red mask: Depicts a rough, demon-like Bondres character with protruding fangs.
Green mask: Depicts a mocking, smiling folk character with a distinctive physiognomy.
Execution:
Hand-carved wood with polychrome original finish, mounted hair/fur patches on eyebrows and beards, as well as decorative details.
Condition:
Signs of age and use, wear and flaking of the finish. The wooden construction and leather connections are intact.
The overall condition emphasizes the age and authentic character of these ensemble pieces.
Shipping:
Careful, impact-resistant and insured shipping via DHL including tracking (tracking number).
Exceptional pair of hand-carved Balinese theater masks (Topeng Bondres) with movable lower jaw and hair appliqués
Origin & Provenance:
Bali, Indonesia.
Special Feature:
Movable jaw mechanism, traditionally connected at the back via nailed leather straps. Dimensions per mask: approx. 18 × 15 × 8 cm
Characters:
Red mask: Depicts a rough, demon-like Bondres character with protruding fangs.
Green mask: Depicts a mocking, smiling folk character with a distinctive physiognomy.
Execution:
Hand-carved wood with polychrome original finish, mounted hair/fur patches on eyebrows and beards, as well as decorative details.
Condition:
Signs of age and use, wear and flaking of the finish. The wooden construction and leather connections are intact.
The overall condition emphasizes the age and authentic character of these ensemble pieces.
Shipping:
Careful, impact-resistant and insured shipping via DHL including tracking (tracking number).
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Late 20th century
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Material
Wood
Height
18 cm
Width
15 cm
Title of artwork
A pair of old Balinese Topeng Bondres theater masks with movable jaws.
Depth
8 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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