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Antique hand-carved wooden Hanuman temple guardian Kris holder 19th century – Decorative Objects
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Antique hand-carved wooden Hanuman temple guardian Kris holder 19th century

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Physical Dimensions & Status Height: 25.5 cm | Width: 17.0 cm | Weight: 2.0 kg (Solid Tropical Hardwood) Unique object — definitively not available again after sale. This museum-quality Hanuman Kris-holder is an extremely rare, functional historical find directly from Bali's sacred temple culture. Globally, only one example of this specific masterpiece exists. Bring ultimate spiritual protection into your living space. This monumental masterpiece is specifically designed to bear and guard a sacred kris (dagger), serving as an exclusive, highly conversation-starting centerpiece in any high-end interior. ✓ Authentic antique: 100% verified sacred object from the late 19th century (approx. 1880–1910) ✓ Rare functionality: Original, hand-carved Balinese Kris-holder (Keris-bearer) ✓ Masterful craftsmanship: Entirely hand-carved from a single solid piece of indigenous tropical hardwood (2 kg) ✓ Authentic polychromy: Featuring original mineral paint layers and traditional prada (gold leaf) remnants ✓ Worry-free delivery: Worldwide, fully insured and weight-secured shipping ✓ Assurance: Includes official certificate of authenticity from 1stbuddha The Spiritual Power: Hanuman as Guardian of the Sacred Kris Within Balinese tradition, the kris is not merely a dagger, but a spiritually charged object reflecting the owner's soul. This impressive sculpture is specifically carved to bear these sacred weapons with the highest reverence: The Ultimate Temple Guardian (Dwarapala): With his bared fangs and imposing expression, Hanuman wards off negative energies. His specially shaped hands are modeled to present the kris safely and with dignity, ensuring the dagger never touches the ground. Courage and Loyal Protection: Hanuman embodies unconditional loyalty, strength, and protection. As a kris-bearer, he intensifies the protective energy in the space where he is placed. An Exclusive Cultural-Historical Piece: The combination of ancient tropical hardwood, the subtle shimmer of traditional gold leaf (prada), and its rare function as a kris-holder makes this a dream object for the serious connoisseur of Asian art. Forensic Analysis & Material-Technical Authenticity The exceptional museum-quality status and historical value of this kris-holder are unequivocally substantiated by specific, forensic markers across its entire surface: Ancient Sedimentation: Deeply embedded in the detailed relief carving and the deep folds of the wood is a fossilized matrix of black temple soot and compressed incense ash. This is irrefutable evidence of decades of active use on a living altar. Micro-Craquelure of the Polychromy: The original organic paint layers exhibit a brilliant, microscopic craquelure structure. This natural aging process of the mineral pigments is the fingerprint of time and cannot be artificially replicated. Organic Friction Patina: On the prominent contact zones—and specifically the support points where the kris historically rested—the wood has been completely softened and acquired a beautiful, natural friction sheen due to generations of manual handling and ritual touches. Artisan Chisel Marks: The facial features show clear, manual chisel marks and a characteristic, asymmetrical execution. This testifies to a purely pre-industrial carving process from a single monolithic block of hardwood. Specifications Chronology: Late 19th Century (approx. 1880–1910) Function: Sacred Kris-holder / Keris bearer Origin: Bali, Indonesia (Sacred Temple architecture / Altar Guardian) Material: Solid, monolithic indigenous tropical hardwood Finish: Original weathered mineral polychromy with traditional prada (gold leaf) remnants Height: 25.5 cm Width: 17.0 cm Weight: 2.0 kg Condition: Top-Tier Museum Class (100% verified authentic with intact historical patina) Additional details: - Brand: 1stbuddha - Style: Balinese - Style: Indonesisch - Material: Tropisch hardhout - Material: Minerale verf - Material: Bladgoud - Colour: Goud - Period: ca. 1880–1910 - availability: in_stock - product_type: Beeld / sculptuur
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