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Beautiful large vintage hand-carved Balinese wooden sculpture depicting a powerful Raksasa (demon/giant guardian) triumphing over a coiled Naga (mythical serpent-dragon). This dynamic and highly detailed piece is a classic example of traditional Balinese temple art. The fierce Raksasa figure, with its ornate headdress, expressive bulging eyes, fangs, and muscular pose, stands powerfully atop the scaled and coiled Naga base – a common motif in Balinese Hindu mythology representing the eternal battle between order and chaos, or the guardian’s triumph over underworld forces. Carved from a single piece of light-colored Balinese hardwood (likely suar or similar), it shows beautiful natural grain, authentic cracking, and a lovely weathered patina that only adds to its character and age. Please see photos with rulers for exact scale. Height: 38 cm / 15 inches. 20 cm / 8 inches. Excellent vintage condition for its age. Structurally sound with no major breaks or repairs. Natural age-related wood cracking and surface patina are present throughout (typical and desirable on authentic Balinese carvings). Displays beautifully from every angle. Collectors of Balinese, Indonesian, or Southeast Asian tribal/religious art. Temple guardian / dwarapala enthusiasts. Asian home décor, altar, or meditation space. Unique statement piece for living room, office, or gallery. This is a genuine hand-carved piece from Bali, Indonesia – not a modern mass-produced or resin copy. A striking and conversation-starting sculpture with real cultural depth!

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