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• Auction House:
  Theodore Bruce
• Sale Name:
  Timed Online Auction | The Todd Barlin Collection of Oceanic African & Asian Art
• Sale Date:
  05 Dec 2022 ~ 6pm (AEDT)
• Lot #:
  9138
• Lot Description:
  A Fine Antique Carved Wood Cock Spur Case from Bali Indonesia
  on a custom stand that shows both sides at once. This beautifully carved wood case in the form of a double Barong Deity was used to hold metal spurs used for traditional cock fighting and the case would have definitely had magical properties.
  H 24 cm
• Provenance:
  The Todd Barlin Collection of Oceanic & Asian Art
• Notes:
  In Balinese Hindu Mythology Barong is the king of the spirits, leader of the hosts of good, and enemy of Rangda, the demon queen and mother of all spirit guarders in the mythological traditions of Bali. The battle between Barong and Rangda is featured in the Barong dance to represent the eternal battle between good and evil. The Balinese are some of the greatest artists in the world, they are renowned for their spiritual carvings & paintings, this small sculpture shows their artistry well.
• Estimate:
  A$300 - 500
• Realised Price:
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• Category:
  Oriental

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