{"title":"Indonesian Art \u0026 Antiques","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIndonesian Art \u0026amp; Antiques from Java and Bali\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Indonesian art through individually catalogued sculptures, wood carvings, bronzes and works connected with temple, devotional and performance traditions. The collection brings together objects from Java, Bali and the wider Indonesian archipelago. Compare each work through its subject, craftsmanship, dimensions, condition and researched attribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eJavanese and Balinese wood carving\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformance figures, deity sculptures and decorative carvings serve different purposes. Read the individual description to understand the figure, its construction and its place within the collection. Two documented examples are the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/javanese-wayang-golek-puppet-wooden-rod-puppet-crown-batik\"\u003eJavanese wayang golek puppet, 82 cm\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/balinese-dewi-garuda-wings-coromandel-macassar-ebony\"\u003eBalinese Dewi with Garuda wings, 101 cm\u003c\/a\u003e. Their separate product pages provide photographs and object details for comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow we examine Indonesian art\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur specialists examine objects with microscopy and UV light, bringing together materials, construction, surface, iconography and condition to form a researched assessment. The individual catalogue entry records the attribution of that object. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/anatomy-buddha-forensic-audit\"\u003eillustrated collector’s research guide\u003c\/a\u003e explains the examination process; a period or attribution belongs to the specific work described.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare related collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the Buddha image across Asian sculptural traditions, browse \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/buddha-statues\"\u003eantique and vintage Buddha statues\u003c\/a\u003e. For casting, gilding and surface history, explore \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bronze-buddha-statues\"\u003ebronze Buddha statues\u003c\/a\u003e. These collections offer a wider context for comparing materials, regional styles and object condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying Indonesian art\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach product page gives the individual asking price, photographs, dimensions and condition. Choose a work by its documented features and suitability for your collection. For further photographs, object documentation or insured international delivery, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact the 1stBuddha team about your chosen object\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"monumentaal-balinees-coromandel-beeld-137-cm-pita-maha-stijl","title":"Monumental Balinese Coromandel Statue – 137 cm – Pita Maha Style","description":"\u003cp class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eOffered for auction: a truly unique and museum-worthy Balinese woodcarving of exceptional size. With a total height of no less than 137 cm, this is one of the largest statues of its kind ever to appear on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eUnique dimensions \u0026 Material: The statue is crafted from a solid block of precious Coromandel wood (Macassar Ebony). This wood is known for its extreme hardness and the beautiful, characteristic black-brown flame pattern. A trunk of this size can no longer be found today, making this object an irreplaceable collector's item. There is currently no second example known on the market of this size and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eCraftsmanship: The statue is a tribute to the heyday of Balinese craftsmanship (Pita Maha period, ca. 1930-1950). The central figure is surrounded by extremely refined, openwork ajour carving of floral tendrils and mythological motifs. The serene facial expression and elegant posture bear witness to a master carver of the top class (Maas region).\n\nThe statue rests on an imposing, separate pedestal 20 cm high, which is also richly decorated and crafted from the same heavy wood. The statue stands stably even without the pedestal, demonstrating the perfect balance in the design.\n\nCondition \u0026 Provenance: This object has a documented history and was already traded at a renowned Belgian auction in the 1970s. 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With a height of no less than 100 cm and a combined weight of 11 kg, these are not standard decorative items, but heavy \"statement pieces\" of investment quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSymbolic and Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are dressed in traditional Javanese court attire: the man wears a Blangkon (headdress) and the woman a Kemben (breastcloth). The style is a refined blend of traditional iconography and a mid-century modernist aesthetic, characterized by the elegant, elongated verticality of the bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship and Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarved from high-quality, heavy tropical heartwood, these statues offer a stability rarely seen in export items. The hand-applied polychromy is refined with subtle accents of real gold leaf. 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The lively, expressive facial features bear witness to the high level of Balinese craftsmanship from the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bali, Indonesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca. 1940–1960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polychrome tropical hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52 cm | \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 2.9 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage condition with authentic patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57239627465035,"sku":"288","price":365.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/1_a13f6e5b-ed57-4fc3-96dd-f953905d3eb1.jpg?v=1778168950"},{"product_id":"handgestoken-tempelwachter-beeld-dvarapala","title":"Hand-carved temple guardian statue (Dvarapala)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shopify-product-description\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBring spiritual protection and authentic Indonesian craftsmanship into your interior with this monumental \u003cstrong\u003ehand-carved temple guardian statue (Dvarapala)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePowerful Symbolism and Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis impressive statue, originating from Bali or Java, represents a traditional temple guardian. 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Completely handcrafted from a single solid block of heavy tropical hardwood, the statue boasts an exceptional weight of 7.1 kg and a powerful, monumental appearance. The combination of classic Buddhist iconography, Balinese-Javanese royal ornamentation, and traditional textile motifs makes this a unique collector's item and an impressive statement for a stylish interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- Symbolism --\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Philosophical \u0026amp; Spiritual Significance: Why this statue is essential\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Jina Buddha unites ancient Buddhist symbolism with the rich artistic traditions of Bali and Java.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBhumisparsha Mudra:\u003c\/strong\u003e The right hand touches the earth, symbolizing the decisive moment when the Buddha called upon the earth as a witness to his enlightenment. 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Only one example of this specific masterpiece exists worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBring ultimate spiritual protection into your living space. 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Red layers and pale preparation layers can be seen where the upper decoration has been lost. Rather than presenting a uniform modern finish, the sculpture preserves a fragmented sequence of earlier surface treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the Underside Reveals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe base provides an unusually useful record of how the sculpture was made and how the wood subsequently aged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMagnified photographs reveal numerous short, intersecting tool marks across the underside. The base was not machined into a perfectly flat surface; instead, its irregular contours preserve evidence consistent with traditional manual woodworking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe solid timber has also developed substantial natural shrinkage. A pronounced drying crack extends through part of the lower structure, accompanied by smaller age-related fissures and considerable wear around the edges of the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese details are important because they are largely hidden when the sculpture is displayed. They provide additional physical evidence of traditional construction and the long-term movement of the timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAn Old Sculpture with a History of Restoration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis figure has \u003cstrong\u003ebeen repaired and restored during its lifetime\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe major shrinkage crack was stabilised and partially filled during an earlier intervention. Other local areas also show evidence of repair and retouching. We have deliberately documented these features rather than concealing them in the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact date of these repairs cannot be established visually, and we therefore do not claim that every restoration is contemporary with the original use of the sculpture. What can be observed is that the timber had already undergone significant shrinkage before at least some of these interventions were undertaken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDating the Sculpture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe attribute the figure to \u003cstrong\u003ec. 1890–1930\u003c\/strong\u003e, placing it around the transition from the late 19th to the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis dating is based on the object as a whole rather than any single feature: traditional hand-tool marks, shrinkage of the solid timber, an earlier structural repair, extensive surface wear, multiple decorative layers and surviving areas of gold leaf all contribute to the assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA substantially earlier date cannot be established from visual examination alone, so the sculpture is intentionally offered with the more conservative c. 1890–1930 attribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBalinese Craftsmanship on a Large Scale\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e67.8 cm high\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is considerably more imposing than the small decorative Balinese carvings commonly encountered on the market. 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Such figures were particularly suited to the presentation of the keris, an object whose significance in Bali extended considerably beyond that of a weapon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Keris Holder in Balinese Culture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown in Bali in various sculptural forms, wooden keris holders were made to support a keris vertically when it was not being worn. Examples were used in domestic and courtly settings, and holders in the form of powerful mythological or guardian figures were particularly appropriate for an object regarded as possessing status and spiritual significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComparable historic examples are carved as figures associated with the Hindu epics and Balinese protective imagery, including Rawana, Hanuman and other guardian or demonic subjects. The precise identity of the present figure is left open in the absence of a defining attribute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCarving and Surface Decoration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculptor has given particular attention to the head and costume. Deeply cut ornament surrounds the face and headdress, while the clothing is articulated through raised bands, scrolling elements and geometric details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuch of the original decorative scheme remains visible. Areas of red, green, yellow and black polychromy are interspersed with extensive gold-coloured decoration, now worn irregularly across the raised surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMicroscopic Examination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamination under magnification reveals a complex stratigraphy to the surviving surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gilt areas are not preserved as a uniform modern coating. The uppermost points display considerable abrasion, while gold remains more strongly preserved within recessed carving, incised lines and protected areas. Fine scratches cross the decorated surface at different depths, indicating successive periods of handling and wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn several areas, reddish and reddish-brown material is visible beneath and adjacent to the surviving gold. Elsewhere, losses reveal successive pigment and preparation layers before reaching the underlying timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coloured surfaces show similarly varied patterns of deterioration. Green, yellow, red and black passages display differences in abrasion, cracking and exposure of underlying material, producing a layered surface consistent with repeated ageing and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Underside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside remains largely untreated and provides an important view of the timber itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep radial shrinkage, longitudinal cracking and deterioration around the heartwood are clearly visible. The principal splits follow the natural grain rather than cutting mechanically across it, while the exposed surface retains irregular carving and tool marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast between this heavily aged timber and the surviving decorated exterior is particularly noteworthy. The ageing is therefore not confined to the painted surface but extends into the structural wood of the sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith extensive wear consistent with age and use, including shrinkage cracks, losses and abrasion to the polychrome and gilt decoration, local deterioration of the timber, scratches and minor losses to carved details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surviving surface has deliberately not been extensively cleaned or refinished, preserving the relationship between the polychromy, gilt decoration and exposed wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carving, construction, surviving polychromy and gilt decoration, together with the pronounced ageing visible in the exposed timber, support an attribution to \u003cstrong\u003e19th-century Bali\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 61.5 cm in height, the present example is an imposing survival of the Balinese tradition of sculptural keris presentation, retaining an unusually expressive combination of carving, colour and historic surface.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58169536414027,"sku":"709","price":390.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/balinese-kerishouder-19e-eeuw.jpg?v=1787052434"},{"product_id":"vintage-balinees-houten-vishnu-garuda-beeld-24-cm","title":"Vintage Balinese Garuda Sculpture – Indonesian Mythological Wood Carving","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lively vintage wood carving from Bali depicting the legendary Garuda carrying Vishnu. The sculpture has an almost architectural quality, with the figures rising through a dense arrangement of feathers, curves and projecting carved elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the silhouette that gives this piece much of its character. Viewed straight on it appears compact and symmetrical, while from either side the carving becomes considerably more sculptural. The numerous projecting sections create changing shadows and make the work particularly effective as a freestanding decorative object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndonesian carving from Bali\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the 20th century, Balinese workshops developed an extraordinarily diverse tradition of figurative woodcarving. Hindu mythology remained an important source of inspiration, while individual carvers interpreted traditional subjects with considerable freedom and decorative imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sculpture belongs to that broader tradition. Garuda can be recognised by his powerful bird-like appearance, while the accompanying deity represents Vishnu, whose association with Garuda has been depicted in Indonesian art for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHand-carved character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture was worked from wood and finished extensively by hand. Tool-cut details remain visible throughout the composition, particularly around the feathers and smaller ornamental passages. Slight asymmetries contribute to the individuality of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface has matured to varying shades of brown, with darker coloration remaining in protected recesses. 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A band of pucuk rebung motifs, the stylised bamboo shoots typical of Minangkabau design, runs around the body, and the openwork spout and hinged handle give it a lively silhouette. At 32 cm tall and 3 kg, it has a reassuring weight in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVessels like this held water for washing the hands or for ceremonial use. It dates from the late 19th or early 20th century, during the colonial era of the Dutch East Indies. A high foot and its matching stand on shell-shaped feet lift the kettle up and give it a calm, formal presence on a sideboard or shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe lid is topped by a knob with a small chain. A small section of the lid rim is missing, a mark of use that fits the kettle's age and adds to its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Padang, West Sumatra (Minangkabau)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDate: late 19th \/ early 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eMaterial: cast brass\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDimensions: H 32 × W 18 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSKU: 861\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58881575944523,"sku":"861","price":275.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/minangkabau-messing-waterketel-padang-vooraanzicht-standaard.jpg?v=1792243193"},{"product_id":"staande-houten-boeddha-koordversiering-indonesie","title":"Standing Wooden Buddha with Braided Cord Decoration – Indonesia, 101 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt 101 cm tall, this standing Buddha is hand-carved from pale wood with a whitewashed, limed finish and dressed in hand-braided cord. A shoulder cape, necklace, waist sash, hanging strands and a band around the base were all braided by hand and fixed to the statue, making it a striking decorative piece from Indonesia, dating from the second half of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn his right hand the Buddha holds a lotus offering before the chest, while his left forearm rests across the body, palm turned upward. A braided cap with a small loop crowns the serene face with its lowered eyes and long earlobes. The cord twists into curls, plaits and fringes that play beautifully against the light wood, and the statue rises from a round lotus base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrown staining and patina on the robe and arms, small chips in the finish and a few loose cord strands at the shoulders tell the story of the piece and give it a warm, lived-in charm. 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A block of this hard, costly wood in such a size has become rare. The carving follows the opulent manner of the master carvers of Mas and Ubud: deeply pierced, with wings, flowering tendrils and jewellery that play light against shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe goddess is caught mid-dance, one knee raised. Great feathered Garuda wings fan out behind her, and a blossoming branch arches over a tall, flame-like headdress. Her elongated face is serene, with narrow eyes and a gentle smile. A Garuda mask crowns her breast and apron among fine scrolls and beaded borders, and a floral vine winds down her leg to the rocky base, where a small attendant kneels at her side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wood shows the signature pattern of coromandel: jet-black heartwood streaked with warm honey and red-brown flames, which the carver has drawn skilfully across the face, hip and wings. The old wax finish has mellowed to a soft matte, high points are worn pale and dry by years of handling, and old dirt rests in the recesses. Fine drying cracks with darkened, oxidised edges follow the grain \u0026ndash; the natural movement of solid coromandel over decades, and part of this sculpture's character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn impressive piece for a plinth, cabinet or niche. 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Its face follows the classic demonic type of Balinese mask art: large bulging eyes, a broad nose and an open mouth with a row of teeth and curling fangs. Above it rises a tall, richly carved crown of scrolling foliage and flame-like points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe carving is deep and lively, and the wood has a warm, glossy brown finish. The back is hollowed out and carries a handwritten inscription in blue-green marker reading “Abianbase” – a village in the Gianyar regency of Bali known for its skilled woodcarvers, pointing to where the mask was carved. 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