Giant Mask - Wood - Indonesia - Late 20th century
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Balinese carved timber mask Topeng Raksasa, polychromed and partly gilded, 22 × 19.5 × 11 cm, from Bali, Indonesia, dating to the late 20th century, in good condition with a back hanging cord and provenance from a private collection.
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Giant Mask – Balinese wooden mask (Indonesia), polychrome and gold-plated
Expressive Balinese 'Topeng' mask, hand-carved from tropical wood and richly painted. The bold, concentric painted eyes, exaggerated facial features, and decorative ornaments in red and gold characterize the depiction of a Raksasa, a demon or spirit character, as traditionally used in Balinese mask theater.
The fine line painting, leaf gold applications, and dynamic modeling correspond to the classic style of Balinese workshops. The object's reverse side shows the typical smooth, dark-finished surface and a traditional hanging mechanism.
Details
Origin: Bali, Indonesia
Type: Giant Mask (Theater Mask)
Material: tropical wood, polychrome framed, partly gilded.
Measurements: 22 × 19.5 × 11 cm
Condition: Minor dents, age-appropriate signs of use; well preserved.
Mounting: Back side with a string for wall hanging.
Provenance
Estate of a Swiss art collection (20th century).
Giant Mask – Balinese wooden mask (Indonesia), polychrome and gold-plated
Expressive Balinese 'Topeng' mask, hand-carved from tropical wood and richly painted. The bold, concentric painted eyes, exaggerated facial features, and decorative ornaments in red and gold characterize the depiction of a Raksasa, a demon or spirit character, as traditionally used in Balinese mask theater.
The fine line painting, leaf gold applications, and dynamic modeling correspond to the classic style of Balinese workshops. The object's reverse side shows the typical smooth, dark-finished surface and a traditional hanging mechanism.
Details
Origin: Bali, Indonesia
Type: Giant Mask (Theater Mask)
Material: tropical wood, polychrome framed, partly gilded.
Measurements: 22 × 19.5 × 11 cm
Condition: Minor dents, age-appropriate signs of use; well preserved.
Mounting: Back side with a string for wall hanging.
Provenance
Estate of a Swiss art collection (20th century).
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Late 20th century
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Material
Wood
Height
22 cm
Width
19.5 cm
Title of artwork
Giant Mask
Depth
11 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
