Mid 20th Century Balinese Macassar Ebony Wood Seated Young Boy Sculpture by K. Aria (Mas, Bali)

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An exceptional mid-century Balinese modernist figure depicting a stylized seated young boy in a contemplative, cross-legged pose with his arms … Read more An exceptional mid-century Balinese modernist figure depicting a stylized seated young boy in a contemplative, cross-legged pose with his arms gracefully crossed over his lap. Hand-carved in Mas, Bali—the world-renowned epicenter of Master Balinese Wood Carving—this investment-grade sculpture is executed from dense, heavy Macassar Ebony wood.
Following a meticulous professional oiling, the dense grain has taken on an extraordinary, mirror-like depth with a flawless, glass-like luster. The treatment has dramatically enriched the wood's natural color palette, pulling out striking jet-black and deep charcoal tones that contrast beautifully with a highly prominent, vibrant reddish-brown linear grain configuration.
True to the revered mid-century artistic standards of the region, the carving honors the natural flowing form of the premium timber block while featuring sharp, pristine modernist profiles and exceptional facial serenity. The underside features a pristine, clean hand-incised signature reading "K. ARIA MAS BALI" indicating proper vintage provenance and verifying it was made by a master carver. This pristine showcase piece boasts an exceptionally smooth surface texture with absolutely no chips, breaks, or repairs.
Art Movement: Balinese Modernist Art Deco (Mid-20th Century)
Region of Origin: Mas, Ubud Region, Bali, Indonesia
Artist/Carver: K. Aria (Signed)
Material: Oiled Premium Macassar Ebony Wood
Condition: Flawless vintage condition; beautifully oiled with a high-gloss, glass-like patina; no cracks, defects, or modifications.
Dimensions
5"× 6"× 11" See less