Pawukon Calendar with Naga
East Bali, Indonesia
Late 19th/early 20th century
Wood
H: 18.5 in x W: 3.5 in :: 47 cm x 8.9 cm
Superb Balinese planting calendar. The carved designs on this calendar record the Pawukon or the 210-day cycle that is used to determine auspicious days for planting, festivals, and rite of passage ceremonies. What makes this creation so unusual is its size and the powerful protective Naga handle with a fully formed gaping mouth to 'eat' or 'devour' negativity.
Cf: Asian Civilization Museum in Singapore: https://www.roots.gov.sg/Collection-Landing/listing/1353525?taigerlist=collections
Cf: Asian Civilization Museum in Singapore: https://www.roots.gov.sg/Collection-Landing/listing/1353525?taigerlist=collections
Inventory # 105465
Price on request
