Curved Wood/ Coral Sakaguru
19 March 2025
Description

Origin: Indonesia (possibly Java or Bali) Maker: Unknown local artisan Condition: Vintage wear; surface erosion, minor cracks or chips, and a visible swirl motif carved into the stone Description: A partial stone or wood fragment featuring a stylized scroll or wave-like carving. Mounted on a metal stand to showcase its texture and decorative detail.

Dimensions

H: 8.5 inches x L: 11 inches

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Yes
Answered within 11 days
By David U.
Mar 30, 13:09 UTC
Fair Market Value
$300 - $500 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
What does this mean?

Hello, Your item is a carved architectural or sculptural fragment, possibly from Indonesia, dating to the early to mid-20th century.

This item appears to be a partially preserved and curved fragment of either stone or coral limestone, though due to the porous texture, coral stone is more likely. The surface exhibits a stylized vegetal or scroll motif in shallow relief, a typical decorative language found in Balinese and Javanese architectural ornamentation. These carvings were often used in temples, palaces, or religious shrines, sometimes integrated into door frames or eaves. The curvature suggests it could have been part of a bracket or corbel.

The weathered surface and presence of tool marks, along with light erosion and pitting, are consistent with prolonged outdoor exposure. These characteristics add to its rustic appeal, although they also suggest it may have been excavated or repurposed for the decorative art market in more recent decades.

Currently mounted on a modern metal base, the fragment functions as a sculptural display object with ethnographic and decorative interest. While its precise origin and use cannot be confirmed without further archaeological or architectural context, its craftsmanship and patina suggest it is not a recent reproduction but rather an authentic fragment likely repurposed for the art market.

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