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In this connection it is striking that the Bataks and Menangkabau always, and the Dayaks generally, carve the tumpal motif on these objects, the receptacles of the Dayaks often being elaborated to an extent found nowhere else.

These decorations are greatly influenced by the Dong-Son and Late Chou styles. In the course of centuries on this basis a decorative art came into being, the motifs of which were evolved by various tribes according to the, own taste, motifs which have survived to tile present day amongst both smaller and larger groups.

It appears very probable that in Cheribon art was very considerably, influenced by China.In any case wood carving from this district ex habited. Chinese characteristics, both in the motifs employed (rock' and cloud motifs) and in technique (lacquer technique); Cheribon art thus became something unique. But under Sultan Agung the decorative arts were afforded a news opportunity. As we know, this prince sought to consolidate his authority in the state and to give the monarchy greatest influence and postage.

In Indonesia timber is both abundant and varied, and has therefore always been popular in applied art, as well as for the sculpturing of free-standing human and animal figures.

The most impressive wood carvings are in Java and Bali, especially on the latter island. For reasons already stated we shall consider the various types of carving on these islands later.

Decorative wood carving is applied in the most attractive way on the houses of the Bataks, Toradja and Menangkabau. These houses do not accommodate single families, but large genealogical groups, or clans.

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