Indonesia - Decorative Objects

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...

This solid brass tortoise is a finely crafted decorative object that celebrates patience, longevity, and enduring craftsmanship. Cast entirely in brass, the piece features a rich, da...

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

These glazed Chinese ceramic jars from the turn of the 19th century were once used for pickling foods. They feature a jade green finish and outer surface that features a ribbed textu...

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 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 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...

Balinese offering tray; these trays known as "Dulangs" were used to carry offerings atop Balinese women’s heads during ceremonial processions. This 19th ...

A teak burl wood bowl crafted on the island of Java, Indonesia. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of burl wood and maintains an organic shape and natural texture. It has aged ...

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...

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,...

This mid-20th century hand-woven basket originates from the Dayak tribe of Borneo crafted with rattan fibres and an ironwood frame and rim. The hard top is also made from ironwood. T...

Sumba Island has maintained a megalithic tradition from the Neolithic times to the present day and is one of the few remaining truly megalithic cultures. Sumba Island Nobility and th...

This Chinese wooden water bucket is hand-made from small wood panels that are held together by woven metal bands. It also features a curved handle....

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

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...

A visibly old pair of mold-formed terracota women kneeling, dating to the Majapahit Empire circa the 15th century. These were excavated amongst the shrines of Mount Penganggungan, Ea...

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 charming vintage Chinese pickling jar with a softly rounded, traditional form and beautifully aged surface. The vessel features a warm olive-gre...

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 visibly old ceramic wine bottle from 18th century China in a dark brown glaze. This bottle comes from Shanxi Provence and is a wonderful example...

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...

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...

Betel Nut is consumed on a daily basis in a large portion of the Indonesian Archipelago. In Sumba, like many parts of Indonesia betel nut was offered as a sign of respect and hospita...

This is a 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 as small tables...

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

‘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 mid-20th century hand-woven basket originates from the Dayak tribe of Borneo crafted with rattan fibres. These baskets were used to carry leaves, fruit, grain and wood and featu...

Crafted from ironwood these Mentawai tribal bowls feature handles and subtle wood detailing. Wonderful decorative bowls or table centrepieces certain to invoke conversation. The Ment...

This set of Shiwan ware oil lamps from the early 20th century features the distinctive green glaze. Shiwan ware is a style of Chinese pottery from the Shiw...

This pair of hand-woven Chinese Baskets feature a red wood lacquered base and brown rattan fibres. Their minimalist design makes them suitable as ...

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 hand painted detailing on its sides that is then sanded down to achieve a unique...

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. Unique to this mortar is ...

Early 20th century Shiwan green-glazed teapot from China's Shiwanzhen district near Guangdong.

This is a Blue Chinese ceramic ginger jar with metal top dating to the Early 20th Century Dimensions: Height 20.5cm Diameter 18cm.  

Mounted on custom black-painted metal stands, this striking pair of antique Singa sculptures originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. Each piece is carved from a single block of wood and features the iconic protective Singa motif, a mythical creature often used in Batak architecture to ward off evil spirits. The sculptures showcase wonderful polychrome detailing, with traces of natural pigments still visible, adding depth and character to the intricately carved surfaces. The weathered patina, fading, and age-related wear and tear speak to their authenticity and long history of use, possibly as architectural or ritual elements. Together, these pieces present a rare opportunity to own a significant example of Batak tribal...

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...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features wonderful mix of wood textures. To achieve its dark colour the bowl was burnt thre...

This Chinese reed basket from the early 1900s was crafted using willow reeds that are painted in red and black. Mantou baskets were used to steam M...

A wonderfully sculptural mango wood vase featuring hand-hewn detailing along its sides. To achieve its black pigment the wood the wood was burned numerous times and finished with a c...

A wonderful 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 district...

This striking bowl, carved from richly grained burl teak wood, dates back to the early 20th century and carries a unique story of transformation. Originally crafted as a drum from th...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a hand-hewn texture on its sides. This bowl was burnt three times to achieve its r...

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...

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 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...

A Japanese red & black lacquer wooden bowl from the early 20th century. It is carved from a block of what is likely to be fruit wood. The bowl has aged beautifully over the years wit...

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

A wonderfully sculptural mango wood vase featuring hand-hewn detailing along its sides. To achieve its black pigment the wood the wood was burned numerous times and finished with a c...

Carved from a single, massive piece of teak burl wood, this extraordinary decorative bowl dates to the mid-20th century and showcases a richly textured surface marked by decades of n...

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 ...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features wonderful mix of wood textures. To achieve the rich...

Balinese offering tray; these trays known as "Dulangs" were used to carry offerings atop Balinese women’s heads during ceremonial processions. This 19th century "Dulang" features a f...

A hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a hand carved detailing along its basin It maintains a wonderful wood texture and ...

Enhance your decor with this striking teak wood vase, a true testament to natural beauty and craftsmanship. The vase showcases stunning wood textures, featuring rich hues and intrica...

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...

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 ceramic pillow of earthenware features a green glaze with hints of blue. Pillows in this shape were not only used by opium smokers but most typ...

Balinese offering tray; these trays known as "Dulangs" were used to carry offerings atop Balinese women’s heads during ceremonial processions. This 19th century "Dulang" features a f...