Hand-carved wooden sculpture from Bali – Fisherman with a fishing net – 51 cm – 2.8 kg - Teak - Indonesia - from the mid-20th century
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A hand-carved teakwood sculpture of a Balinese fisherman holding a net with a fish, dating from the mid-20th century onwards, measuring 51 × 23 × 15 cm and in good condition.
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Expressive hand-carved wood sculpture with a natural, reddish-warm patina
Balinese fisherman with fishing net and fish
Origin: Bali, Indonesia
Height: approx. 51 cm high x 23 cm wide x 15 cm deep - approx. 2800 g
Execution: Hand-carved - dating from the mid-20th century
Material: Solid, heavy hardwood (noble wood, probably mahogany or teak)
Exceptionally detailed, expressive. Southeast Asian wood carving, meticulous craftsmanship and very vivid three-dimensional rendering. Characterful face, finely worked eyes, nose, mouth area, mustache, ears. The straw hat is also carefully carved.
The unclothed torso shows remarkably anatomical detailing. Chest, abdominal muscles, shoulders and arms are sculpted in relief. Shoulder area, back muscles and spine have been carefully worked out just as the front view.
The individual netting meshes are intricately pierced and carved, creating an impressive spatial effect. Within it sits an artfully finished fish that is harmoniously integrated into the net structure. The side-hanging net portions also show finely worked textures and folds.
Good used condition with slight signs of age and wear. Small blemishes/chips on the delicate wooden strands.
Please note the numerous detail photos; they are part of the description.
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Expressive hand-carved wood sculpture with a natural, reddish-warm patina
Balinese fisherman with fishing net and fish
Origin: Bali, Indonesia
Height: approx. 51 cm high x 23 cm wide x 15 cm deep - approx. 2800 g
Execution: Hand-carved - dating from the mid-20th century
Material: Solid, heavy hardwood (noble wood, probably mahogany or teak)
Exceptionally detailed, expressive. Southeast Asian wood carving, meticulous craftsmanship and very vivid three-dimensional rendering. Characterful face, finely worked eyes, nose, mouth area, mustache, ears. The straw hat is also carefully carved.
The unclothed torso shows remarkably anatomical detailing. Chest, abdominal muscles, shoulders and arms are sculpted in relief. Shoulder area, back muscles and spine have been carefully worked out just as the front view.
The individual netting meshes are intricately pierced and carved, creating an impressive spatial effect. Within it sits an artfully finished fish that is harmoniously integrated into the net structure. The side-hanging net portions also show finely worked textures and folds.
Good used condition with slight signs of age and wear. Small blemishes/chips on the delicate wooden strands.
Please note the numerous detail photos; they are part of the description.
DHL, well packaged with tracking!
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
from the mid-20th century
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Material
Teak
Height
51 cm
Width
23 cm
Title of artwork
Hand-carved wooden sculpture from Bali – Fisherman with a fishing net – 51 cm – 2.8 kg
Depth
15 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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