A Barong mask represents a benevolent lion-like spirit, and is considered the king of good spirits in Balinese mythology. It symbolizes protection, virtue, and the triumph of good over evil (dharma vs. adharma). These sacred, consecrated masks act as guardians that ward off negativity and evil spirits. In the past, the Barong mask was used in sacred performances to maintain cosmic balance and is believed to contain the actual spirit it represents.

A huge vintage 1940s Indonesian Barong Guardian carved painted wood wall-hanging mask from Bali, Indonesia - measures 24" tall!

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A pretty design by Margot circa 1940s in hand repoussage sterling silver with a single large bezel-set amethyst cabochon. Typical of the Los Castillo 1940s work, and typical of Margot's design aesthetic at that time as well. Measures about 2.5" tall by 2" wide. Marked at back in block script, "Los Castillo Taxco Sterling Mexico" and design number "591".

Here's a beauty from the 1940s designed by Margot for Los Castillo in Taxco - sterling silver with a single large amethyst cabochon - measures 2.5" tall by 2" wide - 1940s 'linear' marks with design number 591.

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A gorgeous pair of vintage 1950s handmade sterling silver pre Columbian Faces design dangling screwback earrings by Plafina of Mexico City. Available... https://www.rubylane.com/item/1879775-6840/GORGEOUS-Pair-Vintage-1940s-PLAFINA-Mexico?search=1

A gorgeous pair of vintage 1950s handmade sterling silver pre Columbian Faces design dangling screwback earrings by Plafina of Mexico City.

Available...

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A polychrome enamel version in sterling silver of the vintage 1940s Los Castillo Dragon or Quetzalcoatl brooch - the only enameled example of this design that I have seen! NFS

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