Camouflaged Tree Man Wall Mask from Indonesian Jaka Legend, "Jaka Tarub"
Gio is inspired by the legend of Jaka Tarub to design this impressive wall mask. Hand-carved of albesia wood, the mask portrays Jaka's face covered by leaves. It refers to the part of his story when he hid in the forest, spying on seven angels who were playfully bathing by the river.
Jaka, the story continues, hid one of the angels' shawl, not knowing they were magical. When the angels decided to fly back to heaven, the youngest one whose shawl was missing had to remain on earth. Her name was Nawang Wulan and Jaka came out of hiding to console her, not revealing his mischief. He took her home and soon they fell in love, and had a child. Nawang Wulan magically provided Jaka with copious amounts of rice in the granary - something that Jaka had no knowledge of. But one day he disobeyed a simple request by Nawang Wulan, and with that action her magic powers came to an end. When the rice was gone, Nawang Wulan happened to find her missing shawl, which could restore her heavenly powers. She decided to return to heaven, but before flying back home, she asked Jaka to build a hut next to their home and place their baby girl there so she could come at night and nursed her. Nawang continued to care for her family from heaven.
- 0.35 kgs
- 0.8 lbs
- 33 cm H x 20 cm W x 2 cm D
- 13" H x 7.75" W x 0.8" D
Gift Info
- Email this item in advance of a gift.
- Email this item as a gift suggestion.
- Free Gift Wrap? No
- Premium Gift Wrap? No
Customer Reviews
Purchased this? Leave your review.

Verified Reviewer
02/09/2019
"Great looking mask"





This wall mask is a great addition to my current art. And it is a great value for what you get.
Purchased Item:
Jaka Tarub, Camouflaged Tree Man Wall Mask from Indonesian Jaka Legend
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (0)
No (0)
Verified Reviewer
02/09/2021
"Cute hearts"





Can place these anywhere.
Purchased Item:
Ruby Hearts, Set of Four Painted Wood Heart Ornaments from Bali
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (0)
No (0)
Verified Reviewer
12/06/2020
"Simply Beautiful"





These stars added attractive simplicity to our Christmas tree decorations. They are well-made, sturdy, well-designed and nicely finished. Too bad a photo of them in the tree can t be added to the review.
Best Uses
- Xmas decorations
Purchased Item:
Yellow Stars, Set of Four Wood Star Ornaments in Yellow from Bali
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (0)
No (0)

Verified Reviewer
07/03/2020
"Wood Carved Moons"





So adorable have them hanging in my picture window. God bless the man who made these. Love you.
Purchased Item:
Moonlight Face, Set of Four Painted Wood Crescent Moon Ornaments from Bali
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (0)
No (0)

Verified Reviewer
05/14/2020
"Darling on tree"





This looks great as accent pieces for a tree with red themes
Purchased Item:
Moonlight Face, Set of Four Painted Wood Crescent Moon Ornaments from Bali
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (0)
No (0)

Verified Reviewer
04/22/2020
"love the craftsmanship and details ..."





the mask now joined my spouses collection on the wall - it is unique and beautifully made ; fun and joyful spirit of the master reflects in his work.
Best Uses
Purchased Item:
Pis Bolong Janger, Hand-Carved Wood Mask of Janger Dancer with Iron Coins
Was This Review Helpful?
Yes (0)
No (0)
Find Similar Items
Your Purchase Makes a Difference!
Gio has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $150 and the most recent for $200.
Cause Badges
Gio Hand-carved wood sculptures and masks
"From my work, I was able to pay my own school fees until I finally graduated from a senior high school. I'm happy I can help my parents and also buy food for our family."