Long Carved Openwork Wooden Panel with Acanthus, Indonesia, 20th Century

A long carved wooden wall panel from Indonesia, made in the 20th century. Inside a plain dark frame, the whole surface is carved in deep openwork relief with large acanthus scrolls, curling leaves and flowers that flow from one end to the other. The carving is rich and lively, with many layers of leaves that seem to move across the panel. The dark stained, polished wood gives strong contrasts between light and shadow, and the open parts let the wall behind shine through, so the panel looks different with every light. You can hang it horizontally above a bed, a sofa or a door, or vertically as a tall decorative column. The panel measures 193 cm long, 31.5 cm high and 7 cm deep. There are small losses on the edges of the carving and general wear, as expected for a hand-carved piece of this size. A strong decorative piece for a living room, a bedroom, a hallway or a dining room, in a colonial, ethnic, classic or modern interior where it adds texture and craftsmanship.