Wordless Hand Carved Hibiscus Wood Wall Mask
Wordless Hand Carved Hibiscus Wood Wall Mask
SKU: SKU: SK-NVC-143910
Carved from blonde hibiscus wood, the smooth features could be male or female – they are universal. Their expression is inward as they clasp their hands over their mouth. Made Tresna sculpts this enigmatic mask. 'This is my suggestion not to speak any bad words,' he confides.
- Hibiscus wood
- Signed by the artist
- Handmade in & fairly traded from Indonesia
Due to the natural materials used in this artwork, color and woodgrain patterns will vary.
Artisan Information
Artisan Information
Made Tresna
My name is Made Tresna, and I'm from Ubud, Bali. I grew up in an artistic environment - I was always in touch with many artists and artisans everyday. For as long as I can remember, I have always been fascinated with woodcarving, an art form I have been practicing since childhood. My father taught me, and he is one of senior carvers in my village.
I carved wood statuettes for some time, until I realized there were many people in my village doing the same themes. Searching for something new and different to carve, I realized I enjoyed carving masks in a more contemporary style. My favorite piece is a mask with four faces that I designed as symbol of a Balinese family. I named the mask 'Wayan, Made, Nyoman, and Ketut' – these are traditional Balinese names to refer to the first, second, third, and forth child born.
"In 1989 I married Wayan Lungid and now we have two children. I work hard to make a living and also to provide my children's education."
Supplier Information
Supplier Information
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