Marjorie Saynor: Children of Indonesia

Artist: Marjorie Saynor

Nationality: British
Artwork Year: 1979
Image Size: 6.75 by 6 inches
Overall Size: 9 by 7.5 inches
Medium: Mixed Media on Cold Press Illustration Board

The children of Indonesia live mostly in rural farm villages and still observe the ancient traditions of their people that have been passed down from generation to generation. On the island of Java, for example, villagers still celebrate important family events with a ceremonial feast called a selametan. All the foods are dedicated to the heavenly spirits, and special Moslem prayers are offered as well. And, as in days gone by, village affairs are governed by an adat, a system of customs stressing cooperation. In their clothing too, village girls and women continue to follow the old customs and wear colorful skirts called kains which are long strips of cloth that wrap around the body. Perhaps one of the finest traditions that lives on in Indonesia today is the rich heritage of dance. The girls depicted in this artwork are performing the timeless movements of the Balinese folk dances. These dramatic, story-telling dances impart meaning with each hand motion. The girls may depict scenes of battle, adventure, or love. Many of the Balinese dances are based on ancient Hindu tales, and have forceful movements and rhythms. Often, the performances are long, lasting from nine at night until six o'clock the next morning. In both Java and Bali islands, an orchestra called a gamelan accompanies the dancers, contributing to the enchantment these ancient dances cast over all in the audience.

This artwork was originally published on the Fleetwood® First Day of Issue Cover for the International Year of the Child stamp issued in 1979 by countries all around the world.

Artwork Copyright © 1979 Unicover Corporation. All Rights Reserved under United States and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, transmit, or otherwise exploit the Artwork in any way. Images of the Artwork may be watermarked and/or digitally watermarked. Any sale of the physical original does not include or convey the Copyright or any right comprised in the copyright.

Our Stock Number (SKU): XB05520

US$ Price: $1,050.00

Easy Purchase Plan: Buy this ArtworkOriginal with 8 monthly payments. Shipping and handling will be added to the first payment. Payments will be charged automatically as due to your Credit Card.

How to buy Original Artwork:

If you would like to buy Original Artwork, there are several convenient ways:

Use The Artwork Gallery: simply click the "Hang in Gallery" for pictures of interest. This puts the picture in your Personal Artwork Gallery, where you can view or remove it. When you've finished hanging artwork in your Personal Artwork Gallery, Go to your Personal Artwork Gallery and select an option for contacting us or ordering from us from there.

To get in touch with us directly about a piece of Artwork by Phone note the SKU and dial TOLL FREE 1-800-287-4079 from throughout U.S. and Canada.