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Hand-Carved Wood Panel Set from Toraja, Indonesia, C. 1900
$8,200
£6,285.89
€7,194.72
CA$11,713.36
A$12,845.96
CHF 6,653.30
MX$154,354.27
NOK 83,780.93
SEK 78,630.80
DKK 53,751.25
About the Item
This striking antique wooden panel originates from a traditional Tongkonan house of the Toraja people in Sulawesi, Indonesia. Rich with cultural symbolism, the panel is intricately carved with traditional Toraja motifs, including buffalo imagery, which signifies wealth, power, and ancestral reverence in Torajan society. The surface features geometric tribal patterns, stylized in bold relief, interwoven with buffalo horns and abstract floral forms, all rendered in earthy tones. These designs were traditionally painted in natural pigments, and while traces of the original red, black, and ochre hues remain, the panel now bears a weathered patina, the result of decades—if not a century—of natural aging. Signs of age-related wear, such as fading, minor cracks, and surface abrasions, contribute to its authentic character and historical depth. The wood has developed a rich, time-softened texture, with subtle luster in recessed areas from years of handling and exposure. This panel would once have adorned the facade of a noble family's home, serving both decorative and symbolic functions. Today, it stands as a rare and evocative artifact, reflecting the artistry and spiritual life of the Toraja highlands.
- Dimensions:Height: 46.46 in (118 cm)Width: 121.26 in (308 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Jimbaran, ID
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5881245267322
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