Ancient Balinese bas-relief dating back to the 1940s and 1950s.
Carved entirely by hand from a single block of wood, the carving amazes with its rich detail and the artist's skill in depicting an extremely complex and detailed scene.
The sculpture depicts the Barong dance, a sacred dance of Balinese Hinduism that evokes the eternal struggle between good and evil, which in Balinese culture, together, maintain the balance of the universe.
Good is represented by the Barong, the king of benevolent spirits depicted in the sculpture as a lion, an animal god symbolizing power, protection, and fertility.
Evil is represented by Rangda, the figure to the left of the barong, an evil witch who represents destruction and wickedness.
At the bottom of the sculpture are players representing the Gamelan, a traditional musical ensemble whose music, produced with drums, percussion instruments, and xylophones, is an integral part of the Barong dance.
The long-tailed macaque depicted at the bottom left is a sacred animal in Balinese Hinduism, often associated with the god Hanuman.
This work, like others of its kind, was created by a Balinese artisan to be sold to visiting tourists in the villages.
In addition to being extremely decorative, the bas-relief for sale is crafted with exceptional skill, making it not just a souvenir but a true work of art, crafted over countless hours of carving!
Dimensions:
Height 41 cm
Width 29 cm
Depth 5 cm
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