Rare Authentic Balinese Sandal wood Book End

Expertly carved and detailed Traditional Balinese Bird Carving

This fine pieces falls into the period of Pita Maha 1940-1950

Carved with precision, the Balinese book end statue stands as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region. The artisan's mastery is evident in the lifelike depiction of a bird, with wings and intricate meticulously carved into the dark brown hardwood.

The wooden statue boasts a stunning brown patina that has gracefully developed over the decades, adding character and depth to its aesthetic appeal. This rich patina not only enhances the overall visual allure but also speaks to the passage of time, making this statue a unique and collectible piece.

Measures : 18cm x 17cm x 8cm = 8.5" x 7"x 3"inches

***Balinese Pita Maha* Art Deco *sculptures are highly collectable***
The Pita Maha arts society, founded in Ubud, Bali, in 1936, marked a transformative era in Balinese art history. Influential maestros like Rudolf Bonnet, Walter Spies, Tjokorda Gde Agung Sukawati, I Gusti Nyoman Lempad, and Tjokorda Gde Raka Sukawati, among others, reshaped artistic paradigms. They shifted the focus from classical depictions rooted in shadow puppets, mythology, and religion to embrace more contemporary and secular themes.

The life stories of the maestros from the Pita Maha organization, such as I Nyoman Ngendon, Ida Bagus Made Poleng, and Ida Bagus Made Nadera, remain an inspiration despite being less familiar to many. Their influence, however, is ingrained in remarkable artworks like this carving, encapsulating the essence of Bali's cultural heritage.

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Collecting Tribal Art Is My Passion, Food For The Soul, I Have Been Collecting Tribal Art And Antiques For Well Over 25 Years, My Collecting Trips Have Taken Me To Many Distant Countries, The Artifacts Of Interest Are Authentic Tribal And Ethnographic Implements Used In Divination And Healing.
My Travels Have Taken Me To Out Of The Way Places Where There Are No Cars Or Hotels, Some Of The Remote Places Are Only Reachable By Foot , So I Often Take Long Treks Into The Bush To Find Some Of These Rare Pieces , But Mostly Its A Question Of Being In The Right Place At The Right Time , My Collection Consists Of Ethnographic Material From Animist Tribal Peoples Of Africa Asia And South East Asia