Balinese Flying Dewi Sri Guardian
A type of flying creature is used in Bali to chase away bad spirits and protects homes and temples.
This type of flying creature is used in Bali to chase away bad spirits from homes & temples, There may be slight variations in carving & painting. This is not a flaw, but a reflection of the hand crafted origins of this unique product. Comes ready to hang with cord & hook. Approx. size: 30cm approx. long.
Wings are removable for shipping purposes
Hand carved & painted in Bali
The Flying Winged Spirit Guardians (also sometimes called "Cradle Guardians") myth goes all the way back ancient Majapahit Mythology, the roots of Balinese culture & 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 & protect the premises from harm.
Hand carved using Albesia wood by talented Balinese artisans.
Ready to hang with cord & hook attached.
Fair trade purchased direct from Bali cottage industry
Please Note:
As each peace is hand carved and hand painted there will be slight variations in the color and painted design.