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Wood mask, ‘Giraffe with Gecko’
Posted by Novica on 15 Oct 2008 | Tagged as: balinese animal motif masks, home decor, masks, novica
Camouflaged with exceptional artistry, a young gecko slithers down the nose of this imposing giraffe. Hand-carved from albesia wood, the mask evidences the versatile artistry of Made Sarna. The Balinese master carver works with manual tools to achieve the refined detailing in this piece. Sarna completes the piece with painted motifs in acrylics.
Wood mask, ‘Vertical Zebra’
Posted by Novica on 30 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese animal motif masks, home decor, masks, novica
An original piece inspired by tradition, vertical bands of black and white mark this zebra’s face like a being of mythical might. Made Sarna hand-carves the mask from seasoned albesia wood. Meticulously detailed, the mask is a faithful representation of the zebra’s anatomical features.
Wood mask, ‘Black Giraffe’
Posted by Novica on 28 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese animal motif masks, home decor, masks, novica
Graceful and noble, the giraffe makes a stately presence in this mask by Made Sarna. He uses manual tools to carve the albesia wood with explicit detail, evidencing Balinese and Javanese artistic influences. Once the mask has dried, Sarna embellishes it with acrylic paints.
Wood mask, ‘Baby Giraffe’
Posted by Novica on 26 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese animal motif masks, home decor, masks, novica
Balinese master carver Wayan Genep captures youth’s refreshing energy with the mask of a young zebra. Genep carves the mask by hand from albesia wood, expertly detailing the zebra’s characteristic striped visage. Includes an iron hanger.
Wood mask, ‘Cheeky Monkey’
Posted by Novica on 25 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese animal motif masks, home decor, masks, novica
Smiling a cheeky smile, this mask expresses a monkey’s mischievous nature. Nyoman Naranata masterfully conjures sentiment through his carved art. Working with manual tools, he transforms hibiscus wood into the vivid face of a monkey.
‘Lion’s Roar,’ mask
Posted by Novica on 22 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese animal motif masks, home decor, masks, novica
Despite the fact that there are no lions on the island of Bali, Subrata chooses this subject because he has, in his own words, “always been fascinated by lions.” The artist carves this exquisite mask from Suar wood, rendering with intricate detail the contours of his own image of the lion’s face.
Wood mask, ‘Elephant Incognito’
Posted by Novica on 14 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese animal motif masks, home decor, masks, novica
The elephant’s expression is one of serene wisdom, sculpted by Made Sarna. In Bali, the elephant symbolizes loyalty and power. This lovely mask is carved of albesia wood and decorated by hand. A skilled wood-worker, Sarna is also an accomplished painter who applies his vast expertise to each work of art.
Wood mask, ‘Garuda with Egg’
Posted by Novica on 13 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese animal motif masks, home decor, masks, novica
Garuda escapes the underworld with the elixir of life in his beak in this extraordinary mask by the talented Wayan Gandung. An admirer of Balinese tradition and folklore, Gandung carves the image from albesia wood, carefully detailing and adorning the mask with acrylic paints. The fierce-looking bird is known to have a brave and loyal heart which is why the Balinese revere this Hindu character so. Welcome Garuda, the ???Bird of Life,??? into a refined setting. It is said that Garuda has the face of an eagle and the body of a human, and when he spreads his wings he fully darkens the sky. The story goes that Garuda was once enslaved by two gargantuan underworld serpents called Nagas, When he broke free he took the magical elixir of life, called tirtha amertha which he found in a secret place guarded by the Nagas. Garuda flew directly to the heavens, and the Gods became so impressed with his feat they gave him the gift of immortality. He became Vishnu???s steed, transporting the beloved deity between heaven and earth. Garuda’s image is now very much revered in Bali, and frequently appears atop cremation towers in the belief he will transport the deceased???s soul to the Gods. This mask features detachable parts.
Wood mask, ‘Cuddly Koala’
Posted by Novica on 10 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese animal motif masks, home decor, masks, novica
With a face like a teddy bear, the koala is a charming resident of Australia. Nengah Sudarsana carves a delightful mask that realistically captures the marsupial’s soft fur and bright eyes. Sculpted of albesia wood, it is meticulously painted by hand.