Mahogany or Ireng Garuda & Vishnu Hindu Statue, Bali, Indonesia
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Garuda’s origins are in Indonesia about 2000 years ago. In Buddhist culture. Garudas are called the Bird of Life and the Nagas and Kirata are its enemies. Here Garuda – with Hindu Vishnu (god of life) on his back – is in a fight with guardians and a horned turtle with shell. One piece of wood with astonishing carvings. Circa mid-1900’s. Pristine condition. For the Serious Collector.
See another Indonesian deity, Hanuman protector, S-2869.
This drop-dead gorgeous statue has been sold. Thanks. M.S.
This item has been sold. Many thanks M.S. !