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"Wooden Garuda Sculpture (Peacock), " Carved Painted Wood from Indonesia 19th cen

19th Century

About the Item

This wooden sculpture of a peacock-like bird (Garuda) was created by an unknown Indonesian artist. The beak is missing. The sculpture is 7 1/2" x 4 1/2". The Garuda is a legendary bird or bird-like creature in Hindu, Buddhist and Jain mythology. He is variously the vehicle mount (vahana) of the Hindu god Vishnu, a dharma-protector and Astasena in Buddhism, and the Yaksha of the Jain Tirthankara Shantinatha. Garuda is described as the king of birds and a kite-like figure. He is shown either in zoomorphic form (giant bird with partially open wings) or an anthropomorphic form (man with wings and some bird features). Garuda is generally a protector with power to swiftly go anywhere, ever watchful and an enemy of the serpent. He is also known as Tarkshya and Vynateya. Garuda is a part of state insignia in India, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia and Indonesia. The Indonesian official coat of arms is centered on the Garuda. The national emblem of Indonesia is called Garuda Pancasila.
  • Creation Year:
    19th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Milwaukee, WI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1036d1stDibs: LU60532985311
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