Javanes Bronze Cockerel

Javanes Bronze Cockerel on plinth.

A modern casting of a traditional cockerel sculpture.

79 W x 47 H x 22 D. 7.4kg

Within certain esoteric Javanese teachings, the rooster or cockerel is associated with the Panca Indra, or five senses, symbolising heightened awareness—ever watchful, responsive, and attuned to its surroundings.

Across various traditional beliefs in Indonesia, the rooster is also seen as a guardian figure, its crowing thought to repel negative energies or malevolent spirits, particularly in the stillness of night or during ceremonial practices.

Its natural rhythm, announcing the break of day, reflects a deeper connection to time, discipline, and the importance of daily routine. In this way, the rooster embodies harmony with the cycles of nature and the order they bring to life.

The rooster’s crow at dawn has long been regarded as a symbol of awakening—both physical and spiritual. It calls not only for rising from sleep, but for the stirring of the spirit.