IMG_0696.JPEG
IMG_0697.JPEG
IMG_0699.JPEG
IMG_0700.JPEG
IMG_0702.JPEG
IMG_0703.JPEG
IMG_0696.JPEG
IMG_0697.JPEG
IMG_0699.JPEG
IMG_0700.JPEG
IMG_0702.JPEG
IMG_0703.JPEG

Balinese Bird Carving

£85.00

This Balinese hand carved bird carries the quiet presence of age and touch. Shaped with simple, confident lines and softened by time, its worn surface reveals layers of patina, tool marks, and natural imperfections that speak to a life beyond ornament. Perched on a rustic stand, it balances form and character, celebrating the beauty of weathered wood and traditional carving. A distinctive piece that brings warmth, history, and a sense of watchful calm to a shelf, desk, or mantel.

The bird is 20 cm in height, with its base.

This Balinese hand carved bird carries the quiet presence of age and touch. Shaped with simple, confident lines and softened by time, its worn surface reveals layers of patina, tool marks, and natural imperfections that speak to a life beyond ornament. Perched on a rustic stand, it balances form and character, celebrating the beauty of weathered wood and traditional carving. A distinctive piece that brings warmth, history, and a sense of watchful calm to a shelf, desk, or mantel.

The bird is 20 cm in height, with its base.

In Balinese temple culture, carved birds are more than decoration; they are guardians, messengers, and storytellers woven into the island’s spiritual landscape. From the mighty Garuda, golden eagle and mount of Vishnu, to the quieter presence of smaller birds, these forms carry meanings of protection, purity, and harmony between the human and divine.

While some birds embody gods or epic tales, others are carved simply for their beauty and connection to nature, believed by some to carry gentle spiritual messages. Traditionally found on temple pillars, gateways, masks, and rooftops—and later brought into the home as protective talismans—each carving reflects a lineage of craftsmanship passed down through generations. Shaped from native woods and worked with patience and care, these birds hold both artistry and belief, offering a timeless expression of Bali’s spiritual heritage.