Hand-carved water buffalo skull

Hand-crafted

€550.00

Out of stock

Bring a piece of the "Island of the Gods" into your home with this extraordinary hand-carved water buffalo skull. Sourced directly from a master artisan’s workshop in the historic village of Tampaksiring, Bali, this piece represents the pinnacle of bone-carving tradition. The creamy, natural bone is framed by dramatic, dark-patina water buffalo horns, creating a striking silhouette for any wall. 

For the conscious collector, this piece embodies the "Waste-to-Art" philosophy. These skulls are a sustainable byproduct of Balinese agriculture; no animal is ever harmed for its bone. By choosing this authentic piece, you are:

  1. Supporting Heritage: Directly sustaining the livelihoods of village artisans and their multi-generational skills.

  2. Choosing Sustainability: Opting for a natural, biodegradable material over mass-produced synthetic decor.

  3. Preserving Culture: Helping to keep ancient spiritual symbols like the mandala alive in the modern world.

Product Details:

  • Origin: Hand-selected in Tampaksiring, Bali—the global heart of bone and stone artistry.

  • Artisanship: Features a central mandala motif on the forehead, symbolizing cosmic harmony and spiritual balance.

  • Design: Intricate, flowing ukiran (floral scrollwork) carved with microscopic precision using traditional and modern hand-tools.

Country of origin: Indonesia

Materials: hand-carved water buffalo skull

Sanitary certificate: yes

82x79 cm

Condition: 10/10

Note: fragile               

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