Indonesia - Decorative Objects

A wonderful example of a pair of Sawankhalok ceramic jars, sourced from a Shipwreck off the Coast of the Indonesian Island of Batam. Batam was one of the most substantial and influen...

Betel Nut is consumed on a daily basis in a large portion of the Indonesian Archipelago. In Java, betel nut was offered as a sign of respect and hospitality when people would visit o...

This glazed Chinese ceramic jar from the turn of the 19th Century was once used for soy sauce production. It features a brown finish and outer surface that f...

This vintage hand-woven basket originates from the Dayak tribe of Borneo crafted with rattan fibres and an ironwood frame and rim. These baskets are used to carry leaves, fruit, grai...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a curved and ribbed texture on its sides. The bowl ...

This door once occupied the entrance of a traditional Timor long house, dating to the early 20th century the door is visibly old with a wonderful age related patina and weathering. T...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a hand painted detailing on its sides that is then sanded down to achieve a unique...

Balinese offering tray; "Dulangs" served two main purpose, one purpose was to carry offerings atop woman’s heads during ceremonies. The present dulang was used exclusively in temples to display offerings. This dulang has faded polychrome and chipped wood...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a curved and ribbed texture on its sides. To achieve its rich black colour the bow...

A wonderful green glaze typical of Chinese "Shiwan" pottery adorns this early 20th Century Chinese storage jar. This pot also has a wonderful turquoise hue. Shiwan ware is a style of...

Horas Lotus Teak Wood Sculpture by Mary Verspoor Dimensions: D 66 x H 31 CM Materials: Teak wood Mary Verspoor, of Indonesian-Dutch descent, is a Bali-based designer and creator. Sh...

This hand-carved tray comes from the Mentawai tribe found on the Mentawai Islands off the west coast, Sumatra, Indonesia. It is hand-carved from a single block of wood. These trays a...

Karang Teak Wood Vase by Mary Verspoor Dimensions: D 53 x W 29 x H 20 CM Materials: Teak wood Mary Verspoor, of Indonesian-Dutch descent, is a Bali-based designer and creator. She w...

A vintage Balinese dulang tray combining exposed natural wood with remnants of original red pigment along the base. The contrast between raw and finished surfaces gives the piece a l...

A terracotta jar from the island of Java once used for storing dyes used for crafting traditional batik textiles. The jar dates to the early 20th century. There is visible wear to th...

A Japanese red & black lacquer bowl from the early 20th century. Its frame is crafted from woven rattan fibres and covered in multiple layers of lac...

Burung Teak Wood Vase by Mary Verspoor Dimensions: D 41 x W 35 x H 36 CM Materials: Teak wood Mary Verspoor, of Indonesian-Dutch descent, is a Bali-based designer and creator. She w...

Asmara Lotus Teak Wood Patina Black Sculpture by Mary Verspoor Dimensions: D 64 x W 47 x H 22 CM Materials: Teak wood Mary Verspoor, of Indonesian-Dutch descent, is a Bali-based des...

A wonderful green glaze adorns this Early 20th Century Chinese ceramic Soy Sauce storage jar. The characters on its front side translate to "Thick Soy Sauce". There are an additional...

A vintage Balinese dulang offering tray featuring a deep red lacquer finish softened by time. The surface shows gentle wear, revealing underlying wood tones and creating a layered, t...

A captivating cast bronze octopus sculpture, embodying the fluid movement and intelligence of this remarkable marine creature. With its gracefully extended tentacles and subtly curve...

An intricately painted antique dulang offering tray showcasing traditional Balinese craftsmanship. The base features detailed hand-painted motifs, finished in a faded red pigment wit...

An antique Balinese dulang offering tray featuring a deep red lacquer finish softened by time. The surface shows gentle wear, revealing underlying wood tones and creating a layered, ...

A beautifully aged antique Balinese dulang offering tray, traditionally used in ceremonial settings. This piece features a wide, shallow top supported by a hand-carved pedestal base,...

A charming cast bronze monkey sculpture, capturing a moment of curiosity and movement with a playful yet refined sensibility. The figure is depicted in a low, forward-leaning stance,...

An elegant cast bronze dragonfly sculpture, capturing the fleeting grace of this iconic insect in a timeless and enduring medium. The piece is finely detailed, from the textured segm...

This glazed Chinese ceramic jar was once used for pickling foods. It features a jade green finish and outer surface that features a ribbed texture. A great example of Chinese pottery...

This vintage Chinese soy sauce jar showcases a stunning green glaze with beautiful natural variations that flow organically across its surface. The ribbed upper body adds subtle text...

A wonderful hand-carved panel from a balinese temple with a jungle landscape and elephants. The mixture of shades and age-related patina add to this pi...

This solid crusher from Java, Indonesia was part of a larger sugar cane press extracting the sugar rich juices from harvested sugar cane. Hand-crafted from teak It has beautiful wood textures. Before modern sugar cane mills...

A wonderful blue-green glaze typical of Chinese "Shiwan" pottery adorns this early 20th Century Chinese storage jar. Shiwan ware is a style of Chinese pottery from the Shiwanzhen dis...

A wonderful example of a 16th Century Sawankhalok jar from a Shipwreck off the Coast of the Indonesian Island of Batam. Batam was one of the most substantial and influential ports in...

Crafted from a single, solid block of premium teak wood, this decorative bowl is a stunning tribute to the graceful beauty of nature. Expertly carved to resemble a lotus leaf, the bo...

This striking artifact is an antique teak fence column from Java, Indonesia, once part of a traditional cow pen enclosure. Hand-hewn from dense, old-growth teak wood, the column now ...

This set of rare antique sugar cane presses stand as a striking example of early agricultural craftsmanship, preserved in their true, unrestored form. Made from solid teakwood, they ...

A soild teak bowl with a stunning abstract form & wonderful wood textures and shades. The age-related patina adds to its charm. A wonderful sculptural object to bring warmth to any s...

This antique stone grinder is a beautifully timeworn artifact once used to grind grains such as corn and rice into fine powder. Hand-carved from ...

This striking artifact is an antique teak fence column from Java, Indonesia, once part of a traditional cow pen enclosure. Hand-hewn from dense, old-growth teak wood, the column now ...

This pair of Lacquered Offering Vessels are know in Myanmar as "Hsun Ok". These vessels were once used to carry food and offerings to and from the monastery. T...

A wonderful example of a hollow-cast bronze crocodile skull. This piece features wonderful detail and resemblance to a real specimen. An exotic piece certain to invoke conversation. ...

This vintage Chinese soy sauce jar showcases a stunning green glaze with beautiful natural variations that flow organically across its surface. The ribbed upper body adds subtle text...

A beautifully cast bronze hermit crab sculpture, distinguished by its bold ribbed shell and finely articulated form. The piece captures the quiet character of the hermit crab while e...

A distinctive cast bronze hermit crab sculpture, merging organic coastal inspiration with sculptural artistry. The piece captures the asymmetrical beauty of a hermit crab inhabiting ...

Batak tribe wood ceremonial bowl, early 20th century Dimensions: Diameter 56cm x height 24cm.

This Antique Jar dating to the early 1900s once served the purpose of pickling foods. The jar features a wonderful mixed brown / black glaze as well as engraved characters near its m...

This glazed Chinese ceramic jar from the turn of the 19th Century was once used for pickling foods. It features a jade green finish and outer surface that features a ribbed texture. ...

‘Hampatong’ is the term used for ancestors and protective figures made of hard ‘iron wood’, which the Dayak of Borneo would position infront of their houses as guardians. This early ...

This is an exceptionally large 'Dulang' from Lombok. Dulangs amid Indonesia serve a number of purposes depending on the region they originate from. In Lombok 'Dulang' Tray were used ...

This glazed Chinese ceramic jar from the turn of the 19th Century was once used for pickling foods. It features a jade green finish and outer surface that features a ribbed texture. ...

Gaia Teak Wood Vase by Mary Verspoor Dimensions: D 60 x W 42 x H 30 CM Materials: Teak wood Mary Verspoor, of Indonesian-Dutch descent, is a Bali-based designer and creator. She wor...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a hand painted detailing on its sides that is then sanded down to achieve a unique...

A teak wood bowl crafted on the island of Java, Indonesia. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of wood and maintains a minimalist design.

Batak tribe ceremonial bowl from jackfruit wood, early 20th century. The Batak Tribes are ethnic groups predominantly found in North Sumatra, Indonesia....

A vintage mortar bowl soured from rural Java & crafted from a solid teak wood slab. A raw and organic object with beautiful wood textures and imperfections. A versatile decorative ob...

This mid-20th century hand-woven basket originates from the Dayak tribe of Borneo crafted with rattan fibres and an iron wood frame. These baskets were used to carry leaves, fruit, g...

This hand-carved tray comes from the Mentawai tribe found on the Mentawai Islands off the west coast, Sumatra, Indonesia. They are hand-carved from a single block of wood. Sought aft...

This striking set of hand-carved teak bowls is crafted from solid blocks of burl wood, a material highly prized for its rarity and dramatic natural patterning. Burl wood forms when a...

A vintage mortar bowl soured from rural Java & crafted from a solid teak wood slab. A raw and organic object with beautiful wood textures and imperfections. A versatile decorative ob...

A wonderful example of an Akha Tribe spice basket, with a stunning woven pattern on all sides and crafted from a mix of rattan. This basket was once used to store precious spices and...

This Shiwan ware oil lamp from the early 20th century features a green glaze. Shiwan ware is a style of Chinese pottery from the Shiwanzhen district near G...