Bulul - Wikipedia
Bulul, also known as bu-lul or tinagtaggu, is a carved wooden figure used to guard the rice crop by the Ifugao (and their sub-tribe Kalanguya) peoples of northern Luzon. The sculptures are highly stylized representations of ancestors and are thought to gain power and wealth from the presence of the ancestral spirit. [ 1 ]
The Ifugao Bulul: A Sacred Sculpture of the Ifugao People
Sep 2, 2023 · The Ifugao Bulul, or simply "Bulul" or "Bul-ul," is a revered and sacred sculpture deeply woven into Ifugao culture. These meticulously crafted sculptures hold profound symbolism and serve as significant cultural artifacts.
Figure of a Male Rice Deity (Bulul) | Ifugao people | The ...
Bulul are carved ancestor figures that were placed in granaries to guard the rice crop. Bulul is both the name of a class of ancestor spirits, as well as the carvings that serve as vessels to house those ancestors. The carvings are usually displayed in their granaries in male and female pairs.
The Bulul Statue: Power of Rice Healing – Critical Filipinx ...
What is a “Bulul”? The bulul is a carved wooden statue that the Ifugao people of Northern Luzon used to guard their rice crop. They are carved from a single piece of wood and depict humans with very unrealistic features.
Bulul - Ifugao Community Heritage Galleries
Perhaps the most ubiquitous Ifugao icon used in all rice rituals. A bu’lul is placed in the alang (rice granaries) to guard the stored grains. They invoked when seeking plentiful rice harvest. They are also regarded as representations of ancestors who …
Bulul - The Philippines Today
Dec 17, 2024 · Bulul are anthropomorphic wood carvings central to the Ifugao rice culture in Northern Luzon. Sculpted from different types of hardwood such as narra, ipil, and fig, the bulul is considered one of the most significant Ifugao art forms.
The Revival of Ifugao Art: Exploring the Beauty of Bulul ...
May 24, 2024 · The Bulul statues, often carved from wood, depict ancestral figures that when invoked, are believed to house spirits of rice harvest, fertility, and healing. These statues not only serve as artistic masterpieces but also carry profound cultural significance within Ifugao society.