Woodcarving Bali Singa Ambara - Jatayu - Bali, 20th cent - Indonesia
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Selected by Surya Rutten
Has over 25 years' experience in Asian art and owned an art gallery.
Estimate € 350 - € 400
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An original 20th-century Balinese teak woodcarving of Singa Ambara, a polychrome lion with bulging eyes and a snarling mouth, measuring 50 × 22 × 22 cm and presented with a stand.
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Woodcarving ornament representing a Lion (Singa) from Bali Indonesia, this is not a remake but an original one!
In bali, a statue of a lion is often placed at the joining of the beams of a building's roof structure. The sculpture acts as a symbolic protector to fend off spirits that might disturb the occupants. This beautifull carved wooden and polychrome image of a Balinese lion would have been used in tempel or puri. Most probably placed high up above an entranceway or in the eaves when not in use. It has a great apperance with bulging eyes and snarling mouth.
The condition is great and complete. There are no significant losses to the carved detailing. There is an old shrinkage-related vertiical crack on the left side of the lion (as always and already there for over 10 years). Pls look closely to the patina of the old paint on the jati (teak wood) Item dimensions: 50x22x22cm on stand . High in weight incl custom made iron stand stand almost 6KG! A true special find from Boengkoelan in the north of Bali. Some minor parts have missing paint chips and 1 crack in side (as always) are present. It is only lightly cleaned and waxed as i did not want to clean it to preserve authenticity and originality. All together its in good condition with an amazing patina, not seen often this kind of quality and style must have been of high kaste owner.
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.
Translated by Google TranslateWoodcarving ornament representing a Lion (Singa) from Bali Indonesia, this is not a remake but an original one!
In bali, a statue of a lion is often placed at the joining of the beams of a building's roof structure. The sculpture acts as a symbolic protector to fend off spirits that might disturb the occupants. This beautifull carved wooden and polychrome image of a Balinese lion would have been used in tempel or puri. Most probably placed high up above an entranceway or in the eaves when not in use. It has a great apperance with bulging eyes and snarling mouth.
The condition is great and complete. There are no significant losses to the carved detailing. There is an old shrinkage-related vertiical crack on the left side of the lion (as always and already there for over 10 years). Pls look closely to the patina of the old paint on the jati (teak wood) Item dimensions: 50x22x22cm on stand . High in weight incl custom made iron stand stand almost 6KG! A true special find from Boengkoelan in the north of Bali. Some minor parts have missing paint chips and 1 crack in side (as always) are present. It is only lightly cleaned and waxed as i did not want to clean it to preserve authenticity and originality. All together its in good condition with an amazing patina, not seen often this kind of quality and style must have been of high kaste owner.
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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Indigenous object name
Jatayu
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Bali, 20th cent
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Material
Wood (Teak)
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Woodcarving Bali Singa Ambara
Height
50 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
22 cm
Weight
6 kg
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Authenticity
Original/official
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