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indonesian art Borneo Turtle Charm with Lid

Length 210mm, 8.2 inches.This turtle figurine is crafted from native Indonesian timber. It is the size of a small turtle and is crafted with deft strokes into a representation of the animal. It is not lifelike, rather being symbolic. An expression of serenity is carved into the turtle's face.Comes with removable shell.
   
indonesian art Teko Teko - Tongue Thrust Out

Native Wood Carving: 170 x 40mm; 6.7 x 1.6 inches. The Teko Teko is an attractive and authentic Maori statue, hand-carved from Kauri timber in New Zealand. Maori, the indigenous peoples of Aotearoa/New Zealand, used wood carving as a method of commemorating their respected ancestors. The carvings were usually depicting war dances, or figures carrying clubs or spears. In this case, the Teko Teko, has tongues out-thrust in defiance of an enemy. The eyes of the carving are Abalone shell fragments which are encrusted into the wood. This Teko Teko statue is truly a significant piece of tribal art.
   
indonesian art Indonesian Banana Tree

Weight : 3.2kg (7lbs) Height : 90cm (35")Highly skilled indigenous Asian craftsmen have carved a small scale replica of a banana tree out of wood with stunning detail and care. This beautiful replica banana tree looks almost real, and its soft wood construction makes it feel more like a living item than a piece of art. Such a rare, large and elegant item deserves the very best setting and would serve as a magnificent centrepiece for any room.
   
     
indonesian art Indonesian Handcarved Decorative Fish - Set Of 2

Set of 2 handcarved wooden fish set in metal mesh. Length 40cm (16") and 30cm (12")This set comprises two superbly handcarved wooden fish set in a intricate metal mesh which displays them to best advantage. They are an attractive pair, and a rare chance to own something that has been crafted in the traditional manner by high skilled native Indonesian craftsmen.
   
     
indonesian art Male Face Plaque

This hand-carved Maori sculpture, depicts an ancestoral warrior, it is carved from native timbers and is of great value to collectors or non-collectors alike. Wood carving is used by Maori as a way of remembering and celebrating their anscestors, wood carving was an integral part of the old Maori life and could be found everywhere in Maori settlements.There is another matching face plaque to this one, it however, depicts a female. The two plaques put together make an essential set.
indonesian art, seahorses Indonesian Handcarved Seahorses - Set Of 3

Set Of Three Wooden Seahorses (Large, medium, small)Enjoy the bright colours of seahorses with this stunningly crafted set of wooden seahorse figurinse, handcarved and painted in joyously bright tones. This set has been created by traditional native craftsmen in time honoured tradition and with its bright colours and elegant look would prove a great gift for children.
   
indonesian art, warrior weku face Terrifying Warrior Weku Face

Mask Size: 180 x 90 x 15mm; 7 x 4 x 1 inches. This attractive and authentic Maori face plaque was hand-carved from kauri timber in New Zealand. Carving was used by Maori (the indigenous people of Aotearoa/New Zealand) as a method of commemorating ancestors. This carving depicts an aggressive male face with tongue out-thrust in a challenging gesture. Beautiful Paua shell fragments are encrusted into the wood to represent eyes. A powerful and significant piece of tribal art. (M3).
   
indonesian art, stretching cats Indonesian Handcarved Stretching Cats - Set Of 3

Three Carved Cats (11,9,7cm long) Total weight 220g (0.5 lbs)This set comprises three pretty carved cats, displayed stretching their backs. These cats feature careful detailing of black and white lines and stylised, stern faces. They would make a marvellous gift for a cat lover or just someone who enjoys unusual indonesian art.
   
     
indonesian art, balinese puppet Balinese Puppet With Flared Skirt

Height :600mm; 23.62 inches Width :130mm; 5.12 inches. This puppet is a representation of a female native of Borneo, in festive dress. The woman is dressed in bright colours and the figure is superbly detailed. It is designed to be used as a puppet and as such includes control sticks which are connected to the puppet's hands. Puppets such as this have been a part of traditional Indonesian art theatre for centuries.
   
indonesian art, teko teko wall carving Teko Teko Wall Carving

Size: 490 x 140mm; 19.3 x 5.5 inches.This attractive and authentic Maori wall carving was hand-carved from native timber in New Zealand. Carving was used by Maori (the indigenous people of Aotearoa/New Zealand) as a method of commemorating ancestors and were usually carved in postures of war dances, or, as in the case of Teko Teko, with tongues out-thrust, or carrying clubs or spears, all in defiance of an enemy. Beautiful Paua shell (Mother of Pearl) fragments are encrusted into the wood to represent eyes. A powerful and significant piece of tribal indonesian art.
   
indonesian art, waka paddle Waka Paddle

Paddle: 600mm/23.6" in length. An attractive paddle of the kind used by early Maori fishermen and seafarers. Carved from native kauri timber, the blade section has been ornateley engraved with a pattern based on the traditional koru motif. A shiny piece of Abalone (known as "Paua" shell to the Maori) is embedded at the end of the paddle. An authentic piece of Polynesian woodcraft.
   
indonesian art, whare teko teko Whare Teko Teko

Dimensions : 330 x 115 x 90mm; 13 x 4.5 x 3.5 inches.This attractive and authentic Maori statuette was hand-carved from kauri timber in New Zealand. Unusual indonesian art. This powerful and significant piece of tribal art, depicts a warrior figure holding a Mere (a Maori weapon, also available from PacificCollection.Com). This type of figure would often be found at the apex of a Maori building (whare), where it was seen to embody the spirit of the building.Carving was used by Maori, the indigenous people of New Zealand, as a method of commemorating ancestors and were usually carved in postures of war dances, or like here, carrying clubs or spears, all in defiance of an enemy.
   
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