Antique Javanese Loro Blonyo Statues – Solid Teak Wood – 51 cm – 8.4 kg
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Antique Javanese Loro Blonyo – Solid Teak – 8.4 kg – ca. 1930
This exceptional pair of Loro Blonyo (The Inseparable Pair) represents the pinnacle of Javanese folk art from the early 20th century. Sourced from a private Dutch estate, this set displays the mass, patina, and integrity sought by serious collectors of Indonesian antiquities.
Iconography and Symbolism
The figures depict the fertility goddess Dewi Sri and her consort Raden Sadono. Traditionally placed in the central part of aristocratic Javanese homes, they symbolize harmony, prosperity, and the eternal bond of marriage. Unlike smaller souvenirs, this set displays the dignified "Simpuh" sitting posture and refined court attire.
Technical Craftsmanship and Condition
Crafted from heavy, solid teak (Tectona grandis) with a substantial combined weight of 8.4 kg. The faces and hands show deep craquelé in the pigment layer, indicating decades of natural drying. The underside displays authentic hand chisel marks, consistent with pre-industrial craftsmanship.
Specifications
- Origin: Java, Indonesia
- Dating: Circa 1920–1950
- Material: Solid teak (hardwood)
- Dimensions: Height 51 cm and 48 cm
- Weight: 8.4 kg (combined)
- Finish: Original mineral polychromy
- Condition: Excellent antique condition with fair signs of age
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