Traditional Indonesian Decorative Wooden Bird on a Base with Crest

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Traditional Indonesian decorative wooden bird on a base, featuring a crest, rounded wings, and a metal bar. Bird dimensions: Total … Read more Traditional Indonesian decorative wooden bird on a base, featuring a crest, rounded wings, and a metal bar. Bird dimensions: Total height 23cm; Length: 20cm; Width: 20cm. Base dimensions: Height: 12cm; Base 4.5 x 8cm. Weight: 0.23kg.
This carved wooden bird sculpture is presented on a black metal base. Origin: Indonesia. The stylized figure rests on a metal rod attached to a rectangular base. The wood has a patinated finish with polychrome variations. The sculptural style is refined and minimalist, with a clean, geometric aesthetic. Some areas reveal the wood grain and irregularities inherent to the handcrafted process.

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