male figure, unknown maker from Bali, Indonesia

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male figure
male figure
male figure
mid 1900s
male figure , mid 1900s
Where object was made: Bali, Indonesia
Material/technique: wood; carving; polychromy; paint
Credit line: Gift of George A. Colom
Accession number: 1977.0038
Not on display
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Before the 20th century, art objects in Bali were produced primarily for ritual purposes. However, with the growth of tourism, the production of this type of wooden sculpture increased to meet the demand of Western visitors.

Exhibitions

Empire of Things
Kris Ercums, curator
Kate Meyer, curator
2013–2015
Empire of Things
Kris Ercums, curator
Kate Meyer, curator
2016–2021