Asian Wall Art – Bring the Mystery of Indonesia to Your Home

If you’re like most people, Asian wall art brings to mind calligraphy scrolls and Japanese paintings. But Asian wall art varies widely, and there are many different styles you can choose from to add a sense of mystery and beauty to your home. Indonesian art in particular offers a huge amount of decorative items that will enhance your rooms with unique style.

Indonesia is located in Southeast Asia and is comprised of 17,508 islands. It is the fourth most populous country in the world and has a large variety of ethnic groups. The islands that most of us are familiar with form this region include Bali, Sumatra, New Guinea and Java. most forms of Indonesian art are rooted in the early animistic beliefs and ancestor worship of the indigenous peoples, and Hindu, Buddhist, Chinese and Islamic beliefs and motifs that came to the islands via trade.

There is a lot of symbolism in Indonesian art. There are dragons, fertility symbols, and mythological beasts that abound throughout all forms of art. Items from the natural world, such as mountains, leaves, plants and clouds also figure prominently in their designs.

One of the more popular choices for Asian wall art from this region are textiles. The choices are almost endless, as each region has its own motifs, methods and forms of creating these beautiful pieces. A common form is batik, which is hand drawn and stamped. The rich colors and intricate designs on these pieces make them an eye-catching conversation piece when hung in a room.

Wood carvings are also widely found and very popular. Image carvings from Java and Bali and reliefs from Jepara are distinctive and look wonderful hung in a dining or living room. Colorful masks from Java and Bali add interest to an entrance way or grouped as a collection in a living room. The most commonly used woods for carvings are teak, mahogany and fragrant sandalwood.

Paintings are a more modern form of Indonesian art, the most popular being the stylized pastorals of Bali that picture traditional village life scenes. Calligraphy is also seen, particularly Islamic calligraphy.

Asian wall art from Indonesia isn’t limited to traditional art pieces however. Other items, such as musical instruments and weapons, make interesting wall hangings. Flutes, gongs and blow pipes can all be mounted to create a unique and individual decorative piece. Even woven bags and bowls can be hung on the wall and used as art.

Asian wall art from Indonesia will add a sense of mystery, beauty and rich heritage to your decor. You are only limited by your imagination as to what you can use as art…so when you find a piece you like, go for it!

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