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Handmade Suar Wood Relief Panel, "Baru Klinthing Dragon"

Masterfully carving Balinese suar wood, Seji Taram recalls the legend of the... more

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Masterfully carving Balinese suar wood, Seji Taram recalls the legend of the dragon, Baru Klinthing. He was born to a concubine of Ki Ageng Mangir II, a rebel, who would never accept a dragon as his son unless the creature could wrap its entire body around Mount Merapi. To accomplish this, Baru Klinthing had to use his tongue to reach his tail. The angry father cut off the dragon's tongue, which became a powerful spear and source of power.

  • 0.33 kgs
  • 0.7 lbs
  • 16.5 cm H x 41 cm W x 2.5 cm D
  • 6.5" H x 16.25" W x 1" D

  • Suar wood
  • Signed by the artist
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Wood grain and color can vary slightly
  • Made in Indonesia.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Indonesiaicon info
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Anne

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01/29/2020

"Exquisite"

The details are clear, the shape amazing and the concept of a protective dragon in my home is sweet. Id love one about 2 feet long....

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John

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11/14/2018

"This is now a cherished heirloom."

Quite obvious that Seji Taram spared no effort in creating this piece of art! A fitting tribute to her late husband. It now guards the door to the master bedroom!

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Linda

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02/10/2018

"Great Protector"

This dragon is proudly displayed on my entry wall welcoming visitors and assuring them they are protected. Wonderfully carved with great detail. Prompt shipment and I love this dragon. A favored addition to my collection.

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Virginia

From Escondido, California

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01/14/2024

"Absolutely beautiful."

Dragon sits on a polished deep red polished table in my living room. Looks stunning. Piece is beautifully made and a pleasure to see.

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Ian

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12/21/2023

"Wonderful detail!"

This was a great gift for my son - - beautiful work. Thank you very much!

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  • This was a gift for: Son
  • Occasion: Christmas

Catherine Ryan

From California

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12/15/2023

"Extraordinary"

So beautifully hand-carved. This has been placed indoors above a window frame, beautifully embellishing it. Thank you.

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Today, Seji is a strong female figure who heads a successful carving workshop. But in the days after her husband died, this future was far from guaranteed. With the carving skills she learned from her husband, Seji embraced her new reality with determination and commitment. As a result, she has not only been able to provide for her son, but now employs several other female artisans in her workshop.

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Seji learned to carve from her husband. Sadly, he passed away and she was left to support herself and two children. Before he died, her husband urged her to be strong and become her own woman. She has done so and has grown their workshop. She now gives work to other carvers, and two women hand-finish the sculptures.

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Seji learned to carve from her late husband. Their workshop continues to produce his designs and also the ones Seji has developed. She teaches her assistants to carve and carefully instructs her finishers in how to refine each detail of the sculptures.

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Novica sales provide Seji with a steady income that has enabled her to grow her workshop. She is able to not only support her son but to provide steady wages to her workers, enabling them to support themselves and their families.

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Seji Taram has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $2500. Proceeds were used to hire people to help in his workshop.

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Since the death of her husband, Seji has not only survived — she has managed to thrive. She has grown her workshop and is now able to offer work to other artisans in her community.

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