The Craft Hotel Ubud

Object No. WOO-020
Hand-Painted Elephant Bust with Floral Base
Physical Description:

A hand-carved wooden bust of an elephant, meticulously shaped using the Ukir technique, featuring an upright, curved trunk and prominent white tusks. The figure is finished in a dense obsidian black tone, which serves as a stark canvas for a vibrant garden of hand-painted daisies encircling the base in creamy white and terracotta red. The ears are distinguished by a traditional Titik (dotted) texture, outlined with a delicate row of white beads that adds a rhythmic, tactile relief to the profile. This piece reflects a classic Balinese export aesthetic from the late 20th century, blending smooth anatomical carving with cheerful folk-art motifs and a playful use of high-contrast botanical patterns.

Classification:

Sculptural Wood Decor

Material:

Wood

Technique:

Ukir (Hand-carving) and Kuas (Brush) Hand-painting

Surface Treatment:

Polychrome matte finish with dotted ear texture

Color Palette:

Obsidian Black, Creamy White, Sage Green, and Terracotta Red