Lamak Ornament
Lamak
Standort
In this symbolic interpretation, the lamak is essentially a connection between macro‑ and microcosm, buana agung and buana alit, universe and human being. The base layer of each lamak is said to be the empty Earth on which the creation is depicted in the form of the various motifs, and the position of the ornaments reflects the vertical structure of the universe.
Object data
130911
Pen drawing
Helene Potjewijd (1872 Meester Cornelis /Java - 1949 Wien)
ca. 1935
1946
Graphite and ink, washed, on paper
Cultural Patronage
Cultural Patronage
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