Dark Waru Wood from Indonesia (SKU 5717)
Hand-carved from a single piece of dark Waru wood, this Bat Tepi features a detailed bat with open wings and mouth, symbolizing protection, awareness, and transformation. The openings are carved directly into the wings, offering a smooth and balanced 6 mm channel suitable for most users. Waru wood is valued for its rich texture, natural weight, and deep grain, polished lightly with coconut oil to maintain its organic feel. Each piece is unique, with slight variations in tone and detail that honor the handmade nature of the work. More information below. To read a comprehensive article about Kuripe and Tepi, click here.
Dimensions: 24 x 9 cm. Channel opening: 6 mm.
Bat Tepi – Hand-Carved from Dark Waru Wood
This striking Bat Tepi is masterfully handcrafted in Bali from a single piece of dark Waru wood, combining refined craftsmanship with symbolic depth. The bat is depicted with wings fully spread and mouth open, embodying a state of readiness, awareness, and watchful presence. The wide wings create a visual sense of protective enclosure, suggesting guidance and spiritual guardianship.
In many traditions, bats are symbols of rebirth, intuition, and transformation. As nocturnal creatures, they are seen as messengers between worlds—navigators of darkness, able to move through the unseen with grace and confidence. In some cultures, bats are also associated with good fortune, long life, and transition, making them powerful allies in ritual and energetic work.
This Tepi features two smooth, functional openings carved directly into the bat’s wings, creating a unique and intentional design that enhances both form and function. The placement of the openings allows for an even and balanced flow of rapé, with a 6 mm diameter channel that accommodates both experienced and first-time users. The shape is designed to fit comfortably against the face, providing a secure, ergonomic grip during use.
Carved from Waru wood, a tropical hardwood known for its deep, dark hue and pronounced grain, this Tepi carries a strong, grounded energy. Waru offers a tactile richness and a natural weight that enhances the ceremonial experience. The surface is carefully sanded and hand-polished, giving the piece a smooth, elegant finish while allowing the intricate texture of the wood to remain visible and alive.
More than just a functional tool, this Tepi is a ceremonial object, honouring the spirit of the bat and the earthy strength of the wood. As each one is handmade from natural materials, every piece is slightly different in tone, grain, and detail, ensuring that your Tepi is truly one of a kind.
Dimensions: 24 × 9 cm. Channel opening: 6 mm (located in the wings)
To read a comprehensive article about Kuripe and Tepi, click here.
Other names: Tepi, blowpipe, applicator for Rapé.
