Expertly Carved and Detailed. The wooden statue boasts a stunning dark brown patina that has gracefully developed over the decades, adding character and depth to its aesthetic appeal. This rich patina not only enhances the overall visual allure but also speaks to the passage of time, making this statue a unique and collectible piece. Whether displayed in a prominent location, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in its timeless beauty and cultural significance. With its exquisite craftsmanship and captivating presence, it serves as a captivating focal point, enriching any space with its unique charm and historical resonance. Measures : 23.5 cm x 7cm. = 9.5″ x 2.75″ x 2.5 inches. Balinese Pita Maha Art Deco sculptures are highly collectable. Balinese Pita Maha sculptures are highly collectible due to their unique fusion of traditional Balinese craftsmanship and the early 20th-century Art Deco style. Originating from the Pita Maha artists’ collective, established in the 1930s under the guidance of European artists like Rudolf Bonnet and Walter Spies, these sculptures embody deeply spiritual aesthetic. They reflect Balinese mythology, culture, and everyday life, blending intricate carving techniques with streamlined, geometric forms typical of Art Deco. Today, these pieces are prized for their historical significance and artistic innovation. For more than four decades, I have dedicated myself to the discovery and preservation of tribal art with a focus on shamanic traditions of healing and divination. My collection spans cultures and regions where art serves not only as expression, but as a bridge between the material and the spiritual. Each piece embodies ritual, protection, and transformation – testaments to humanity’s enduring search for connection with the unseen. This lifelong journey has been guided by respect for the artists, the communities they come from, and the sacred knowledge their works convey. The collection continues to evolve as a living archive of spiritual craftsmanship and human belief. S it mostly takes. 4 to 10 days. Collecting tribal art is my passion, food for the soul, I have been collecting tribal art and antiques for well over 25 years, my collecting trips have taken me to many distant countries, the artifacts of interest are authentic tribal and ethnographic implements used in divination and healing. My travels have taken me to out of the way places where there are no cars or hotels, some of the remote places are only reachable by foot, so I often take long treks into the bush to find some of these rare pieces, but mostly its a question of being in the right place at the right time, my collection consists of ethnographic material from animist tribal peoples of Africa, Asia and south east Asia.