Large 14.75" Mid-Century Balinese Two-Tone Macassar Ebony Celestial Dancer Masterwork

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An extraordinary, gallery-tier mid-century Balinese modernist sculpture depicting a celestial dancer or ritual nymph. Standing an impressive 14.75 inches tall, … Read more An extraordinary, gallery-tier mid-century Balinese modernist sculpture depicting a celestial dancer or ritual nymph. Standing an impressive 14.75 inches tall, this magnificent masterpiece is hand-carved from a single, remarkably heavy block of premium two-tone Macassar Ebony wood, showcasing the peak artistic renaissance of the post-war Mas carving community.

The figure displays a breathtaking command of anatomical grace and organic timber geometry. The master artisan brilliantly aligned the natural wood composition, allowing a vibrant ribbon of warm caramelized honey sapwood to sweep across the dancer’s face, torso, and thigh, creating an exquisite color-blocked contrast against the deep charcoal and jet-black heartwood. She is captured in an ultra-fluid, dynamic S-curve pose, her arms swept high over her head to gather the rippling folds of her ceremonial drapes. Her detailed, multi-tiered floral headdress (Gelungan) and heavily incised, ornate collar piece showcase exceptional geometric texturing. The magnificent negative space and pierce-carved ribbons framing her body create a stunning play of light and shadow. The wood boasts an exceptionally smooth, hand-polished surface texture yielding an immaculate gallery luster.

Art Movement: Balinese Modernist Art Deco / High-Expressionist Style

Region of Origin: Mas, Ubud District, Bali, Indonesia

Artist: Unsigned Artisan Master

Material: Solid Premium Two-Tone Macassar Ebony Wood

Condition: Exceptional vintage condition; pristine structural lines; entirely complete with all impossibly delicate crown points, finger tips, and pierce-carved ribbons 100% intact; zero cracks, chips, or restorations.

Dimensions

Height: 14.75 inches

Width: 6 inches

Depth: 4 inches See less