Works from the Donald Friend Collection - 27 October 2013 | Sydney
Lot 188
BALI
ink and pigments on cloth
90.0 x 190.0 cm
Estimate:
$2,000 - 4,000
Lot sold: $2,880 (inc. BP)
Lot Details
Description
BALI
ink and pigments on cloth
90.0 x 190.0 cm
Catalogue text
A visual representation of the Balinese 210-day calendar(pawukon). The grid in the top left consists of vertical columns to indicate the days of the week. Each box is filled with symbols that indicate whether the day is auspicious or inauspicious for conducting specific activities. The keys and interpretation guide to the symbols surround the grid.