A stylized figure fills the recessed center of this tall carved plank from West Timor, Indonesia, with a round-eyed, grinning face at each end of its body, arms raised and a ring of pointed rays around each head. A sawtooth border runs down both edges and across the base, and the plank divides into two feet, each carved with a spiral eye. The wood is dark brown, with reddish highlights worn into the high points of the carving.
At 18 inches wide, 39 inches tall and 1 1/2 inches deep, it hangs flat on a wall or leans on its two feet against one, on a floor or a console. Set it against plain plaster or a pale wall and the bold pattern reads from across the room. A vertical seam at the top and minor surface wear are part of its character.
Specifications
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Era: Late 20th century
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Origin: West Timor, Indonesia
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Material: Hand carved hardwood
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Size: 18"(W) x 1.5"(D) x 39"(H)
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Color: Dark brown
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Condition: Vintage. Wear consistent with age & use, which is part of its character & historical value. A vertical seam at the top, minor scuffs and surface wear.
This hand carved wood plank wall panel from West Timor, Indonesia shows a stylized double-headed figure inside a sawtooth border, with two carved feet at the base. It is 18 inches wide, 1.5 inches deep and 39 inches tall with a dark brown finish. It suits a wall, a console or a floor against a wall.
Q&A
1. How do I hang a long carved wood plank on a wall?
Attach two sturdy hangers or a French cleat to the back, set into studs or wall anchors rated for the panel's weight, and hang it level. At 1 1/2 inches deep, it sits close to the wall.
2. What do sawtooth borders mean in tribal carving?
Zigzag and sawtooth bands are among the most common border patterns in carved panels from many regions. They frame a central figure and add rhythm, and their meaning varies by culture.
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