Unique specimen: Standing young man - art object made of Suar wood, 150 cm

Standing young man - art object made of Suar wood

The downward directed look of the boy makes curious. What is he thinking about right now? On closer inspection, the details in the area of the head and especially in the face testify to the high quality standards of the Balinese artist collective. The hand-carved unicum from the wood of the rain tree captivates by the realistic representation. The dynamic grain of the wood provides for the liveliness.

With its 150 cm height, the life-size figure is an art object that attracts attention. It is a piece of Bali's tradition in your own four walls. Weighing 53 kg, the sculpture can be moved easily while standing on solid legs.

Innovative artist collective in Bali

The Standing Young Man is a unique piece, formed by a Balinese artist collective in finest detail work. We came across the small manufactory during our last trip to Indonesia. Their woodcarvings are characterized by the realistic representation of the figures. The attention to detail, classical techniques combined with innovative approaches ensure the high standards the artists have.

The wondrous rain tree - Suar wood and its qualities

The authenticity of the work of art is due not only to the execution but also to the special material from which it is carved. Suar - the wood of the wondrous rainbow tree - captivates with its contrasting grain between chocolate and golden brown. The relatively soft and rather light material is used for the construction of musical instruments. The tropical wood belongs to the acacia family, but is not an endangered or protected species.

The magical: In the movie The Land of the Rainbow Tree with Elizabeth Taylor, the tropical wood is the protagonist. It is said that the finder of the tree realizes the meaning of life.

Care tip: Suar wood tends to crack when humidity is variable. Optimally this would be 50-60%. Underfloor heating and placing next to a radiator can increase cracking.

The images show original photos and when ordered exactly this item will be delivered!