Traditional Indonesian Decorative Wooden Bird on a Base without Crest

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Traditional Indonesian decorative wooden bird on a base, crestless model with rounded wings. Bird dimensions: Total height 20.5 cm; Length: … Read more Traditional Indonesian decorative wooden bird on a base, crestless model with rounded wings. Bird dimensions: Total height 20.5 cm; Length: 26 cm; Width: 16.5 cm. Base dimensions: Height: 14 cm; base 4.5 x 8 cm. Weight: 0.25 kg.
Carved wooden bird sculpture presented on a black metal base. Origin: Indonesia. Stylized figure resting on a metal rod attached to a rectangular base. Patinated wood surface with polychrome variations. Clean, minimalist, geometric sculptural style. Some areas reveal the wood grain and irregularities inherent to the handcrafted work.
This type of object is common in Indonesian crafts, where animal representations play a significant role in domestic and decorative objects. The bird, in particular, is associated with notions of freedom, movement between worlds, and acting as a messenger between the visible and invisible realms. In an interior setting, this type of sculpture is used as a decorative element, placed on a console, shelf, or table, providing a light and vertical presence. Beyond its ornamental function, the object can be perceived as a symbol of movement, balance, and connection with nature, echoing animistic beliefs still present in some regions of Indonesia, where animal forms contribute to the representation of vital forces. See less