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Mask:

   12.2" W x 9.8" H x 8.3" D

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Weight:  2.2 lbs

 

Albesia wood

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Wood mask, 'Legendary Eagle'

Fierce-looking and of loyal heart, Garuda the Bird of Life, appears with striking force through this albesia wood carving by Wayan Gandung. An admirer of Balinese beliefs and customs, Gandung finds inspiration in mystical heroes and fantastical beings. The eagle-like face of Garuda is detailed with sublime artistry and Gandung uses acrylics to vivify this striking mask. A remarkable piece for the admirer of ancient legends.

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Wood mask, 'Legendary Eagle'

Fierce-looking and of loyal heart, Garuda the Bird of Life, appears with striking force through this albesia wood carving by Wayan Gandung. An admirer of Balinese beliefs and customs, Gandung finds inspiration in mystical heroes and fantastical beings. The eagle-like face of Garuda is detailed with sublime artistry and Gandung uses acrylics to vivify this striking mask. A remarkable piece for the admirer of ancient legends.

Its is said that Garuda has the face of an eagle and the body of a human, and when he spreads his wings he fully darkens the sky. The story goes that Garuda was once enslaved by two gargantuan underworld serpents called Nagas. When he broke free he took the magical elixir of life, called tirtha amertha which he found in a secret place guarded by the Nagas. Garuda flew directly to the heavens, and the Gods became so impressed with his feat they gave him the gift of immortality. He became Vishnu’s steed, transporting the beloved diety between heaven and earth. Garuda's image is now very much revered in Bali, and frequently appears atop cremation towers in the belief he will transport the deceased’s soul to the Gods.

This extraordinary mask features detachable parts.
 

Wayan Gandung

Wayan Gandung

"I was lucky to have my father, for he was able to carve and he taught me how to carve."
"My name is Wayan Gandung, and I was born in 1965. I started to learn woodcarving when I was just six years old, together with other children. When I was young, I never thought that one day I would be a sculptor.

"As a child, I never thought it possible...

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Wayan Gandung

"My name is Wayan Gandung, and I was born in 1965. I started to learn woodcarving when I was just six years old, together with other children. When I was young, I never thought that one day I would be a sculptor.

"As a child, I never thought it possible to become an artist. I come from a farming family and it was hard to find time to learn or to buy materials. I was lucky to have my father, for he was able to carve and he taught me how to carve. During this time it was hard to focus seriously on carving, because we had to look after our two cows and also work in the rice fields. Times were hard then, but I had a strong support from my parents. Since 1995, carving has become the main sustenance for my family.

"I enjoy working with Novica because my work can reach people outside Bali and this makes me feel respected as an artist. Also, I like the fact that Novica wishes to promote Balinese artists on an international level."

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