Balinese Flying GARUDA Eagle Mobile Spiritchaser Hand Carved Wood Bali Folk Art Traditional Balinese Garuda Eagle mobile is hand carved just for us by the talented carvers with amazing attention to detail from sustainable fast growing albesia wood. Beautifully detailed hand painted polychrome finish in a antique green with shades of red, and black accents in the traditional Balinese style add drama. Highlighted with real gold leaf. This wonderful and dramatic work will be sure to grace you home or sacred space with his powerful presence. I am sure you will love and enjoy this amazing artwork of Bali as much as I do. Each Garuda may be slightly different than the photo, this is due to to hand crafted nature of his unique product.Approx. size: 17" long x 15" wing tip to wing tipIncludes hook and cord for hangingThe wings are removable for ease in storage and shipping.Ethically sourcedArtisan crafted in BaliSustainable albesia woodShips FAST from the USAStory of Winged Guardians The Flying Winged Spirit Guardians (also sometimes called "Cradle Guardians") myth goes all the way back ancient Majapahit Mythology, the roots of Balinese culture and art. These Guardian figures are still produced by Balinese artisans today for they have deep cultural & spiritual significance. Typically these carvings have been used in temples or homes since ancient times to ward off evil spirits. They are always hung in a high spot, or if a statue placed on a beam or shelf looking down towards a door or window. Many types may be found from flying angels (known as "Dewi" which means "Goddess" in Balinese), animals or strange hybrids, such as head of a horse head & tail of a fish, or "Gajamina" head of an elephant & tail of a fish. It is believed that a Flying Guardian placed in ones home or sacred space will drive away evil spirits and protect the premises from harm. Since 1988 we have ethically sourced and hand picked our products directly from the artisans and craftspeople on the back roads, family compounds and markets of Bali and other Indonesian islands. Our mission is to improve the lives of Balinese families we work with by finding a market for their amazing art & handicrafts, while helping keep the traditional arts and crafts alive for future generations. Our shop in Downeast coastal Maine offers an ever changing kaleidoscope of Balinese folk art, Buddhist & Hindu art, stone garden statuary, wood carvings, traditional mask, mermaids, winged mobiles, architectural finds, antiques, artifacts, home decor treasures, batik clothing & silver jewelry. Click>>> Acadia World Traders to view our entire collection of Bali Art, home decor & unique finds! Check Out All of our Special Offers For Amazing deals on Unique Art, Home Decor & More!
