{"product_id":"vintage-balinese-carving-temple-guardian-statue-hand-carved-polychrome-cempaka-wood-sculpture","title":"Vintage Balinese Carving  Temple Guardian Statue: Hand-Carved Polychrome Cempaka Wood Sculpture","description":"Exquisite hand-carved Bali Temple Guardian Pratima Statue, a stunning vintage polychrome sculpture that embodies the rich tradition of Indonesian folk art. Each intricate detail tells a story, inviting a sense of serenity and protection into your home—perfect for art lovers or as a unique décor centerpiece; don't miss your chance to own this captivating piece!\u003cbr\u003e\nBalinese Guardian Statue is hand carved from cempaka wood. Posed holding a hands in a mudra  or blessing. The guardian's  sarong is painted in the poleng motif of black and white checks which is highly regarded by the Balinese. The poleng cloth symbolizes the concept of balance and harmony that permeates  throughout the Balinese way of life.  Carvings like this are often placed in temples and homes and act as protectors or guardians. \u003cbr\u003e\nHand painted polychrome finish in orange, antique white with shades of white, blue, red, green and black accents  with gilded gold highlights in the traditional Balinese style. The wood has an aged patina and signs of wear to the paint. Overall the wood is in excellent condition, does have a grain crack, please refer to photos. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAbout Poleng textile: When  a poleng cloth dresses  a statue, shrine, tree, or other item, it means that a spirit resides within. The poleng cloth is a believed by the Balinese to be a guardian symbol, so when a statue or object wears the poleng sarong this signifies that the cloth is guarding the energy within, keeping the black-and-white energy of that statue or object intact. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nYou will receive the exact carving you see here. This is not a stock photo. All of my fine Hindu and Buddhist sculptures are one of a kind works of art that I choose by myself directly from the artist in Bali, many who I have had relationships with for 20 plus years now.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis wonderful and dramatic original work will be sure to grace your home or sacred space with his powerful presence.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n* Approx. size: 28\" x 5\" x 5\" \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n* Approx. weight: 13 lbs\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n* One of a kind, you receive the exact carving pictured here\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n* Artisan crafted in Bali\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n* Solid chempaka wood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n* Ships FAST from our location in the USA\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Acadia World Traders","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48641866957022,"sku":"INKFROG_682453985-2-1-1-1","price":398.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/0877\/files\/il_fullxfull.5438602563_aaxg.jpg?v=1787687841","url":"https:\/\/baliatyourfingertips.myshopify.com\/products\/vintage-balinese-carving-temple-guardian-statue-hand-carved-polychrome-cempaka-wood-sculpture","provider":"Acadia World Traders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}