{"product_id":"antiek-brons-indonesische-semar-javaanse-mythologie-bescherming-ca-1920","title":"Antique Bronze Indonesian Semar – Javanese Mythology \u0026 Protection – ca. 1920","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shopify-product-description\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a powerful piece of Javanese mysticism to your interior with this hand-cast bronze statue of \u003cstrong\u003eSemar\u003c\/strong\u003e, the most revered spiritual figure in Indonesian tradition. This object from the early 20th century (ca. 1920) combines historical value with deep symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMeaning: The Master of Harmony and Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Javanese mythology, Semar is a divine being in humble form. He acts as the ultimate spiritual advisor and symbolizes \u003cstrong\u003eprotection against unrest and maintaining inner balance\u003c\/strong\u003e. Traditionally, a Semar statue is placed in the living space to ward off conflicts and transform fear into steadfastness. The staff in his hand marks his role as a guide through the complexities of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026 Origin\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is made of \u003cstrong\u003esolid cast bronze\u003c\/strong\u003e and displays a superior patina with natural green oxidation (verdigris), built up over nearly a century. The richly decorated halo and characteristic facial features indicate manufacture in a traditional Javanese workshop between 1920 and 1940. The rough texture on the reverse confirms the authentic sand casting method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-highlights\" style=\"background-color: #fcfaf7; padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #f0ede6; border-radius: 4px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0; margin: 0; font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 2;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Java, Indonesia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Bronze (Hand-cast)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca. 1920 – 1940\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5 cm (H) x 6 cm (W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 400 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage condition with authentic patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57247567216971,"sku":"297","price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/antiek-brons-semar-indonesie-vooraanzicht.jpg?v=1778236884","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/antique-bronze-indonesian-semar-javanese-mythology-protection-ca-1920","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}