Batik Wood Mask of Hindu Goddess Sita Handcrafted in Java - Purity Sita Throw brick and beige stripes

brick and beige stripes

Finished with a beautifully crackled celadon glaze in light green and brown

Connecting the flowers is a dot-filled trellis motif

whimsical eyeglass holder

Batik Wood Mask of Hindu Goddess Sita Handcrafted in Java - Purity Sita Throw brick and beige stripesThis fascinating wall mask portrays the revered Hindu goddess Sita, who stands as the central female figure in the ancient epic, the Ramayana, and is the consort of Rama, the avatar of the god Vishnu. Through the intricate technique of batik, where wax resist dyeing is employed, the exquisite mask by Javanese artisan Gunadi comes to life on a canvas of black wadang wood beautifully adorned with a mesmerizing interplay of vibrant motifs and colors.