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What wood is used for carving in Indonesia?
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In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Vintage Photograph of Balinese Wood Carving, Oriental, Monochrome, Mid Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage monochrome photograph of Balinese wood carving. An Oriental, framed large format black & white still life print, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Photography
Materials
Glass, Paper
Art Deco Balinese Wood Carved Women Lady Statue Bali, Indonesia
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely carved statue. Balinese style. Very well made. Very nice shaped
Additional information:
Material: Wood / Bamboo
Region of Origin: India/Indonesia
Period: 20th century
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Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Statues
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Balinese Wood Carved Women Lady Statue, Indonesia, Mid 20th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely carved statue. Balinese style. Very well made. Very nice shaped
Additional information:
Material: Wood / Bamboo
Region of Origin: India/Indonesia
Period: 20th century
China D...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Statues
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Balinese Wood Carved Women Lady Statue Bali, Indonesia, Mid 20th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Lovely carved statue. Balinese style. Very well made. Very nice shaped
Additional information:
Material: Wood / Bamboo
Region of Origin: India/Indonesia
Period: 20th century
China D...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Statues
Materials
Wood
Vintage Balinese Art deco style wood figure Indonesia decorative arts
Located in London, GB
Vintage Balinese Art deco style wood figure Indonesia
A finely carved vintage Balinese wood sculpture depicting a man in traditional dress, with a stylised headdress and serene ex...
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Busts
Materials
Wood
Vintage Balinese Turned Wood Pedestal Bowl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This commanding vintage pedestal bowl is a masterclass in Balinese wood-turning, capturing the organic elegance of Southeast Asian artisanal traditions.
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Organic Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Wood
