A Massive old Hand carved Ramayana wood relief. A complex & laborious hand Carving out of one solid plank of wood. A stunning hand carved art work form the islands of Bali. A difficult & well executed carving by eagle eyed craftsman's of Bali. The Frame Measurements are 30 inches wide by 80 inches long. Incredible quality wood carving with high degree of detail & depth in carving.The subject depicts the Hindu Ramayana wayang story which the island of Bali has used it as the basis of their religion. Additional information on the subject of the Monumental Asian Hand-Carved Wooden Decorative Panel relief work: The epic Ramayana, traditionally ascribed to the life of Rama. A legendary prince of Ayodhya city in the kingdom of Kosala. The epic follows his fourteen-year exile to the forest urged by his father King Dasharatha, on the request of Rama’s stepmother Kaikeyi; his travels across forests in the Indian subcontinent with his wife Sita and brother Lakshmana, the kidnapping of Sita by Ravana – the king of Lanka, that resulted in war; and Rama’s eventual return to Ayodhya to be crowned king amidst jubilation and celebration. The Ramayana is one of the largest ancient epics in world literature. It consists of nearly 24,000 verses. It divided into seven k?ṇ?as, the first and the seventh being later additions. It is also believed it to be about the power of the throne and loyalty between Rama and Sinta. The theme of the Ramayana carving is taken against the background of the life of Rama, Sinta and their younger brother Lakshmana who are being exiled from the kingdom in the forest. There was a giant king named Ravana who was very fascinated by the beauty of the goddess Sinta and wanted to marry her Until Rahwana arranged a strategy to kidnap Dewi Sinta, until Dewi Sinta was kidnapped by Ravana. Rama tried his best to find and bring Shinta back from Ravana's abduction With the help of an army of monkeys led by Hanoman, finally Ravana was defeated and brought back the goddess Sinta.

Used, Generally Good & solid condition with some minor imperfections, small repairs to broken details & stains.Selling As Is. Please note due to its weight, dimensions & delicacy We Can Not ship this item and the buyer is highly recommended to pick up in person or arrange their own shipping. For in Person Inspections, Please attend our preview hours before the auction or examine all the images posted online and read descriptions + conditions and email us your questions before the sale begins.