Javanese Flowers - Pohon Palasa / Flame of the Forest Frame
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IDR 399,000.00
Title: |
Flame of the Forest - Ploso |
Year: |
1864 |
Maker: |
Berthe van Nooten |
Size: |
245 x 313 mm |
Description:
Flame of the Forest - Ploso
Butea monosperma or Flame of the Forest in English and wit ploso in Javanese is a wide-ranging deciduous tree known for its bright orange fire-like flowers, hence the name. Its wood is used to make utensils, its leaves to serve food, and flowers are used to make dyes.