Balinese Barong Pig Boar Mask Topeng Hand Carved Wood Bali Wall Art Indonesian

Balinese Barong Pig Boar Mask Topeng Hand Carved Wood Bali Wall Art Indonesian Balinese Barong Bangkal Pig Mask Hand Carved from Wood in Bali by talented carvers. It is then hand painted in the traditional style in antique white with red, blue, green and black accents, with gold leaf trim.
This type mask is a guardian or protector that is often hung over doorways or windows to stop evil spirits or demons from entering.
Perfect addition to your mask collection,
The Balinese use the Drama or Calang Arang to tell stories that have been passed down for generations. Each mask embodies a different character. The Balinese believe that when a performer wears a mask that he becomes the character they are portraying, or that the mask comes to life. The mask are blessed by a Hindu priest before each performance. The performances are considered sacred. And an important part of Balinese culture.

• Each mask may be slightly different in size, carving and painting, this is not a flaw, but a reflection of the handcrafted origins of this unique mask.
• Side wings are pegged & removable for easy shipping & storage
• Includes cord for hanging
• Approx. size: 14" tall - 5" deep - 16" wide
• Hand Carved & Painted
• Ships FAST from our location in the USA

Since 1988 we have ethically sourced and hand picked our products directly from the artisans and crafts people on the back roads, family compounds and markets of Bali and other Indonesian islands. Our mission is to improve the lives of Balinese families we work with by finding a market for their amazing art & handicrafts, while helping keep the traditional arts and   crafts alive for future generations. 

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• Condition: New
• Handmade: Yes
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Indonesia
• Culture: Indonesian
• Approx. size: 14" tall x 16" wide x 5" deep
• Asian Culture: Balinese
• character: Barong
• Era: 1900-Now
• how made: hand carved/painted
• material: wood
• style: asian
• type: mask

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