Indonesia - Decorative Objects

‘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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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

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 ...

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

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 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 ...

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...

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 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...

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...

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 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...

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 ...

This limestone carving depicts a Fu Dog Guardian figure and was carved from a solid block. Sculptures such as these were used to protect ones home from bad spirits or bad luck. They ...

This hand crafted and tribal engraved bowl originates from Nias Island Indonesia. It features tribal motifs along the rim and a beautiful hand hewn texture along its basin. It is cra...

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 hand-crafted mango wood bowl. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of mango wood and features a ribbed texture on its sides. The bowl has been meticulously sanded down to achie...

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...

These Shiwan ware oil lamps from the early 20th century feature a green/blue glaze. Shiwan ware is a style of Chinese pottery from the Shiwanzhen district ...

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

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...

This set of wooden ceremonial bowls were crafted by the Toraja tribes people on the mountain highlands of Sulawesi, Indonesia. They are hand-crafted using 3 separate components (the ...

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" has lost mos...

This Chinese oil lamp from the early 20th century features a dark blue glaze which is less common than the more abundant green glaze Chinese oil lamps...

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 ...

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

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

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 decorativ...

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...

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...

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 ...

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 ...

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 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 Shiwan ware oil lamp from the Mid-20th century features a green glaze. Shiwan ware is a style of Chinese pottery from the Shiwanzhen district near Gua...

This set of 6 Shiwan ware oil lamps from the early 20th century feature the distinctive green glaze. Shiwan ware is a style of Chinese pottery from the Shiwanzhen district near Guang...

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...

A limestone mortar soured from rural Java & crafted from a solid limestone slab. A raw and organic object with beautiful textures. A versatile dec...

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. It features a won...

A fruitwood hand-crafted bowl from Timor Island, Indonesia from the early 20th century. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of fruitwood and features ringed engravings around th...

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 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 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 decorativ...

This antique Chinese headrest was crafted from elmwood and has a wonderfully smooth texture and elongated shape. It likely belonged to an uppe...

This antique Chinese headrest was crafted from elmwood and has a wonderfully smooth texture and elongated shape. It likely belonged to an uppe...

Crafted from ironwood this Mentawai tribe bowl features a handle and subtle wood detailing. A wonderful decorative bowl or table centrepiece certain to invoke conversation. The Menta...

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...

A wonderful green glaze adorns this early 20th century Chinese ceramic pork lard storage jar. The characters on its front side translate to "Pork Lard". This jar features a wonderful...

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...

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 lidded container of earthenware features a green glaze, known as 'Shiwan Ware' from China's Shiwanzhen district near Guangdong. It was originally used as a tea dispenser hence the small hole on its lower front side. The engraved characters on the front side directly translate to "clear tea" and are placed within an engraved frame. The jar green glaze fluctuates under various lighting conditions. A dispensing jar such as this one is rare and far less abundant than other more abundant Shiwan ware jars such as medicine jars...

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...

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...

This tribal panel originates from the Batak tribe of Sumatra. The Batak are known for the elaborate decoration of their buildings and these decorative panel additions would have been...

This teak storage box comes for the Island of Java, Indonesia. Dating to the Mid-20th Century it was crafted from a single block of teak. It features ...

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 Shiwanzhen district near Guangd...