Antique Balinese Pendeta Priest Figure – Ritual Wooden Statue ca. 1880–1930
Authentic hand-carved wooden figure of a Pendeta (Balinese ritual priest), originating from Bali, Indonesia. Dating to circa 1880–1930, this expressive ceremonial figure retains its original pigments and natural aged patina. A rare example of Balinese spiritual sculpture.
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Antique Balinese Pendeta Priest Figure – Ritual Wooden Statue ca. 1880–1930
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Antique Balinese Pendeta Priest Figure – Ritual Wooden Statue ca. 1880–1930
This unique hand-carved wooden sculpture represents a Pendeta, the ritual priest of Balinese Hinduism. Traditionally, Pendeta figures symbolize wisdom, protection, and spiritual leadership in temple contexts and ceremonial performances.
Carved from tropical hardwood and painted with original mineral-based pigments in red, gold, green, and black, the figure shows natural aging signs such as pigment wear, deep shrinkage cracks, and surface patina. Estimated production period: ca. 1880–1930.
Fully sculpted in the round and standing 52 cm tall, this ceremonial figure functioned as both a devotional and protective statue within Balinese cultural settings. A rare and authentic representation of traditional ritual craftsmanship.
- Origin: Bali, Indonesia
- Age: Circa 1880–1930
- Material: Tropical hardwood with original polychrome pigments
- Height: 52 cm
- Weight: 2.9 kg
- Condition: Authentic aged condition with visible pigment wear and cracks
This rare Pendeta priest figure is ideal for collectors of Southeast Asian religious art, ritual sculpture, and antique wooden figures.
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