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ITEM DESCRIPTION:
Up for sale is a beautiful, 100% authentic vintage 3-piece collection of Indonesian wheat straw marquetry art panels. This striking folk art trilogy was originally acquired directly in Indonesia during the 1980s by a professional interior designer shopping for unique textiles and structural gallery items.
CRAFTSMANSHIP & DESIGN:
Each panel features incredible detail, hand-assembled utilizing sliced, flattened, and precisely shaped strips of natural golden wheat straw over a deep black fabric backdrop. The natural fibers create a spectacular dynamic luster, capturing light differently depending on the angle.
The collection includes a balanced, high-impact display layout:
- Panel 1 & 2: Ornate theatrical characters mimicking the distinct silhouettes of traditional Javanese/Balinese Wayang Kulit (shadow puppets), with intricate cut-outs and subtle dyed pinkish accents.
- Panel 3: A classic rural lifestyle scene depicting an agricultural worker in a traditional woven conical hat balancing a shoulder yoke with harvested baskets.
BRAND / ARTIST: Traditional Folk Art (Handcrafted)
ORIGIN: Hand-selected in Indonesia (1980s Provenance)
STYLE: Mid-Century Modern Folk Art Panels
MEDIUM: Flattened Natural Wheat Straw / Shaved Bamboo
BACKGROUND: Black Velvet Textile Base
QUANTITY: 3 Matching Panels (Trilogy Collection)
SUBJECT MATTERS:
- Panel 1: Wayang Kulit Theatrical Shadow Puppet Character (Right-Facing)
- Panel 2: Wayang Kulit Theatrical Shadow Puppet Character (Left-Facing Counterpose)
- Panel 3: Traditional Indonesian Rural Rice/Agricultural Worker with Shoulder Yoke
DIMENSIONS:
- Width: 11-3/4 inches
- Height: 15-1/2 inches
CONDITION: Excellent vintage condition. Wheat straw marquetry elements are perfectly flat, intact, and well-adhered across all three panels. Currently preserved flat in temporary protective plastic film wrap since purchased. No lifting or fiber decay.
DIMENSIONS:
- Outer Backing Mat Measurements (Per Panel): 11-3/4 inches wide by 15-1/2 inches high.
- Perfect uniform size to create an instant mid-century modern gallery wall sequence.
CONDITION:
Excellent vintage pre-owned state \"as new\". The delicate handmade straw collages are perfectly flat, intact, and securely attached to their backing card without any lifting, fraying, or loose edges. Currently stored and protected in clear temporary wraps. Ready to fit into your frames of choice. Please inspect all detailed listing photos to verify the premium quality.
SHIPPING:
Fast shipping from a smoke-free facility. Packaged flat and reinforced securely to prevent any bending during transit.
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Thanks again & have a great day 😊.The item/s pictured are of the exact item/s the purchaser will receive. Please take time to review all included photos as they will help in providing details of the items condition. NOTE: Our photos are NOT enhanced in any way. What you see is what you get. We do our best to provide the most realistic \"real-world\" depiction using multiple lighting sources & backdrops.Packaging & Shipping: Items are meticulously packed with professional high quality cushioning/packaging material, double box spacing where necessary, and sturdy boxing to ensure safe delivery to your doorstep.SHIPPING TIMES / We strive to get every completed order shipped out and on its way to the purchaser the same business day whenever possible (exclusive of holidays and weekends). Orders that are completed by 12pm EST on business days are usually shipped the same day dependent upon item size, weight and fragility.