Monumental Pair of Javanese Loro Blonyo Hand-Carved Wooden Figures, Mid-20th Century

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A striking and authentic pair of traditional Javanese Loro Blonyo figures, hand-carved from solid wood and richly decorated with original … Read more A striking and authentic pair of traditional Javanese Loro Blonyo figures, hand-carved from solid wood and richly decorated with original hand-applied polychrome paint. These seated male and female figures represent marital harmony, balance, and prosperity and are among the most iconic forms of Indonesian ceremonial and decorative art.

Each figure is carved in a formal, frontal pose with serene facial expressions and finely detailed features. The male wears traditional Javanese court attire with a tall headpiece, while the female is adorned with a stylized hair panel and elaborately patterned garments inspired by classic batik motifs. The surfaces display a beautiful, time-earned patina with visible brushwork and tool marks that attest to their hand-crafted origin.

Substantial in scale and presence, this large-format pair is well suited for a statement interior, collector display, or designer installation. Likely originating from Central Java and dating to the mid-20th century, these figures are far above the small decorative tourist examples often seen and retain strong sculptural and cultural integrity. See less