Batik Wood Mask of Hindu Goddess Sita Handcrafted in Java - Purity Sita Family a whimsical blue cat lifts

a whimsical blue cat lifts her tail in greeting

This hand-carved batik mirror is beautifully adorned with the kopi pecah

depicting the woman in a sitting pose

Molded into a perfect oval

Batik Wood Mask of Hindu Goddess Sita Handcrafted in Java - Purity Sita Family a whimsical blue cat liftsThis fascinating wall mask portrays the revered Hindu goddess Sita, who stands as the central female figure in the ancient epic, the Ramayana, and is the consort of Rama, the avatar of the god Vishnu. Through the intricate technique of batik, where wax resist dyeing is employed, the exquisite mask by Javanese artisan Gunadi comes to life on a canvas of black wadang wood beautifully adorned with a mesmerizing interplay of vibrant motifs and colors.