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What is an Indonesian mask?
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There are a few different types of Indonesian masks. One type, the Balinese mask, was created to house spirits and energies and used as a medium to help ancestral spirits to pass through this world. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of Indonesian masks from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Indonesia has a long tradition of intricately-carved wooden masks that hold spiritual and cultural significance. They are mediums for ancestral spirits to revisit the physical world, and are often used to represent divine beings in traditional dances and rituals. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Indonesian masks from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Balinese Masks Cufflinks 'Barong and Rangda' in Hand-Enameled Sterling Silver
By Fils Unique
Located in New York, NY
While In Balinese mythology Barong and Rangda lead opposing forces in the eternal battle between
Category
2010s American Modern Cufflinks
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Balinese Wood Mask, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A vintage theater mask from Bali, Indonesia, circa 1975-1980.
Polychromed hand-carved teak
Category
Vintage 1970s Indonesian Tribal Masks
Materials
Teak
Balinese Hand-carved Mask Depicting Mythological 'Rangda' Demon Queen, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Balinese Hindu Mythology. This mask would've been used in ceremonies and/or dance performances. It features
Category
Early 20th Century Balinese Other Masks
Materials
Wood
Vintage Brown/Gold Bali Topeng Dance Mask Indonesia Hand Carved Balinese Artists
Located in Naples, FL
Balinese artists. Topeng dance is a dramatic form of Indonesian dance in which one or more mask wearing
Category
Mid-20th Century Balinese Masks
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage Black/Red Bali Topeng Dance Mask Indonesia Hand Carved Balinese Artists
Located in Naples, FL
Balinese artists. Topeng dance is a dramatic form of Indonesian dance in which one or more mask wearing
Category
Mid-20th Century Balinese Masks
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage Black/Gold Bali Topeng Dance Mask Indonesia Hand Carved Balinese Artists
Located in Naples, FL
Balinese artists. Topeng dance is a dramatic form of Indonesian dance in which one or more mask wearing
Category
Mid-20th Century Balinese Masks
Materials
Wood, Paint