Collector Pieces from Indonesia For Your Home


Throughout the 17,500 islands that make up Indonesia, there are multiple tribes with individualized cultures holding varying customs, traditions, and folklore. Two things, however, unite the people of Indonesia: a common national language and a deep love for handcrafting delicate and intricate artwork.

Purchasing authentic handmade Indonesian decor both supports artisans and the collective culture behind their pieces. Show appreciation and support for those dedicated to their craft by purchasing your Indonesian home decor from Dewi Artisans International.

 

Indonesian Shadow Puppets

Indonesian shadow puppets are used in shadow puppet play called Wayang in Indonesia. During Wayang, dramatic stories are told using the shadows cast by the puppets. These puppets are made traditionally from buffalo skin for functional shadow puppet play and also made from wood if the puppets are to be used ornamentally.

At Dewi Artisans International, one can find authentic Wayang Kulit. Created from hand-carved buffalo leather with a center handle and rods made from water buffalo horn, these intricately painted Wayang Kulit puppets are part of Indonesian culture and history.

In addition to their authentic Wayang Kulit, Dewi Artisans International features the ornamental variety of Indonesian shadow puppets called Wayang Kayu. Entirely handmade, the bodies of the Wayang Kayu at Dewi Artisans International are created from carved albesia wood and intricately painted by hand in awe-inspiring earth tones.

These remarkable puppets are a magnificent addition to any room in your home.

 

Wayang Topeng Masks

Created from hard-carved wood and intricately painted in the traditional Indonesian Batik, Dewi International sources every Wayang Topeng mask in their inventory directly from artists in Indonesia and Southeast Asia.

 

Intricate Jewelry Boxes

If you have ever seen the hand-painted Batik on a magnificent Asian jewelry box, you will do yourself a favor to understand the artistry behind it. Batik is traditionally-rooted artisan woodcarvings and textiles based in the ancient Indonesian Javanese philosophies of life. The jewelry boxes sourced by Dewi Artisans International are carved from soft albesia wood and hand-dye painted and patterned in traditional Batik motif.

 

Why Choose Dewi Artisans International

Dewi Artisans International sources Wayang Topeng Masks, Indonesian Shadow Puppets, and delicate handmade Asian jewelry boxes directly from artisans in Southeast Asia, making their imported Indonesian decor authentic. Purchasing directly from artisans allows Dewi International Artisans to support the arts and culture of Indonesia.

Indonesian decor from Dewi Artisans International makes a great addition to the existing decor of any room from your entrance hallway to your library to your bedroom and kitchen. Indonesian shadow puppets, jewelry boxes, and Wayang Topeng masks add an exotic, cultured flair to your home.

 

Shop Authentic Indonesian Decor

Are you interested in adding some international flair to your home or office? Shop authentic Indonesian decor by purchasing from Dewi Artisans International! Visit the Dewi Artisans International website to learn more.

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