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Worshipped Shiva Bronze Brass Copper Ritual Altar Sculpture from Bali
This imposing Balinese Shiva Sculpture has the presence of a genuine temple and altar object rather than a modern decorative reproduction. The many arms, elaborate detailing, large radiating halo, raised ritual candle holders, and aged surface give the piece exceptional visual impact, while the accumulated patina reflects years of devotional use and handling.
What makes this example particularly compelling is the way it remains dressed with its ritual adornments, including multiple necklaces, colored woven cords, beads, chains, shells, and other devotional elements. It was used in Bali, Indonesia for ceremonial worship and ritual practice, giving the piece a depth of history and character that is difficult to reproduce artificially. A striking acquisition for a collector of Balinese Sculpture, Hindu Temple Art, ritual objects, or Southeast Asian antiques.
FEATURES & DETAILS
• Material: Bronze, Brass and Copper
• Origin: Bali, Indonesia
• Type: Balinese Hindu ritual altar statue / Shiva sculpture
• Ritual Use: Genuine ceremonial statue used for worship and ritual practice in Bali
• Dimensions: 64.5 × 44 × 24 cm = 25.5 × 17.5 × 9.5 inches
• Candle Holders: 8 integrated candle holders arranged throughout the multiple arms
• Adornments: Retains numerous necklaces, beads, colorful woven cords, chains, shells, pendants, and other devotional decorations visible in the photographs
• Craftsmanship: Intricately worked figure with numerous arms, detailed jewelry and garments, elaborate halo, ritual implements, lotus base, and extensive ornamental detailing
• Patina : Deep, naturally aged patina developed over years of worship, ceremonial handling, and use
• Condition: Aged ceremonial condition with visible oxidation, surface wear, discoloration, deposits, and imperfections consistent with prolonged ritual use. Please study all photographs carefully for the complete condition
• Uniqueness: The surviving ritual adornments, extensive hand-worked details, and accumulated worship patina give this particular sculpture a distinctive character that cannot be replicated by a newly produced decorative piece
• Collector Appeal: Exceptional choice for collectors of Balinese Sculpture, Hindu temple art, Indonesian antiques, ritual objects, and Southeast Asian ceremonial pieces
• Display Presence: Large, intricate, and highly dimensional, with an impressive presence from the front, sides, and rear
• Included: The necklaces, beads, shells, chains, woven cords, pendants, and other adornments shown in the photographs are included with the statue
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