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Beautiful Vintage Balinese Hand-Carved Wooden Deity Mask – Polychrome Patina
Overview: Stunning, authentic hand-carved Balinese wooden mask featuring a serene …
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Beautiful Vintage Balinese Hand-Carved Wooden Deity Mask – Polychrome Patina
Overview: Stunning, authentic hand-carved Balinese wooden mask featuring a serene female deity (frequently associated with Dewi Sri, the Balinese goddess of rice and fertility). This striking piece showcases exceptional craftsmanship, combining delicate facial features with an incredibly intricate, multi-layered floral crown. Hand-painted with traditional polychrome pigments, the mask carries a beautifully aged, distressed finish that highlights its vintage character.
Perfect for collectors of ethnic folk art, Indonesian antiquities, or anyone looking to add an elegant, soulful statement piece to their home decor.
Item Details
Origin: Bali, Indonesia
Material: Solid, single-piece hand-carved wood
Subject: Balinese Female Deity / Queen (visually consistent with Dewi Sri or traditional dance masks)
Finish: Original hand-painted polychrome finish with an authentic, naturally weathered patina
Condition: Excellent vintage/antique condition. Features beautiful, organic distressing, minor paint wear, and age-related wood grain variations that underscore its unique history. The reverse side remains unpainted, showcasing raw tool marks and natural wood aging.
Display: Includes an integrated wire/loop attachment on the back for immediate wall hanging.
Why Add This to Your Collection?
In Balinese culture, masks are highly sacred and deeply tied to spiritual storytelling, dance, and protection. This specific piece captures the peaceful, protective energy of Bali's agrarian heritage. Unlike mass-produced modern reproductions, the fine proportions of the face and the layered depth of the headdress point to a highly skilled artisan.
Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to assess the fine carvings and natural patina.
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- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 3ʺD × 14ʺH
- Styles
- Organic Modern
- Period
- 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Polychrome
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Auburn
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Excellent vintage/antique condition. Features beautiful, organic distressing, minor wear, and age-related grain variations that underscore its unique history. The … moreCondition: Excellent vintage/antique condition. Features beautiful, organic distressing, minor wear, and age-related grain variations that underscore its unique history. The reverse side is showcasing raw tool marks and natural aging. less
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