Balinese Barong Singa Lion Mask Protector Guardian Hand Polychrome Carved wood Carving Bali Folk Art Wall Decor Mask

Balinese Barong Singa Mask, hand carved from albesia wood in Ubud the art and cultural heart of Bali. This mask is Barong Singa Lion. It is intricately hand painted and gold leafed in the traditional style. This mask is great over a window or door and is meant to be a protector or guardian to keep evil spirits or bad energy from entering your home.

Sure to be a great addition to your mask collection, or a wonderful addition to any eclectic decor. Each mask may vary slightly in carving and paint, this is not to be considered a flaw, but a reflection of the handcrafted nature of this unique product.

Complete with cord for hanging
The wings are removable for ease in shipping
Approx. size: 17" wide - 13" tall - 6" deep
Hand carved & painted by Balinese artist
Sustainable albesia wood
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Barong is an animal deity or spirit in Balinese mythology. He is the king of the spirits and symbolizes goodness. Banas Pati Rajah is believed to be the spirit that drives the Barong and is a protective spirit that accompanies a child throughout his life. In Bali each region has a guardian spirit in the forest or land.
Each of these protective spirits are portrayed in the form of certain animals:
Barong Ket : barong lion , barong most common and represents the spirit of goodness.
Landung Barong : Barong giants , Chinese culture has influenced and shaped like Ondel-ondel Betawi.
The boar Barong Bangkal: Barong shaped boar
Barong Macan : barong-shaped leopard or tiger
Naga Barong : Barong shaped dragon or snake