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Turuza Wauja. Two-headed bird Sculpture-Bench, 2024 Brazilian wood

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Turuza Wauja – Two-headed Bird Sculpture-Bench, 2024 Hand-carved by Indigenous Wauja artisans from the Xingu region in Brazil, this remarkable sculpture-bench represents a two-headed bird, a spiritual figure in their cosmology. Made from Piranheira wood, the piece is painted using traditional natural pigments extracted from "jenipapo" (Genipa americana), "urucum" (Bixa orellana), and finely ground snail shell. These elements not only imbue the object with vibrant, symbolic color but also reflect ancestral knowledge and sustainable practices. The sculpture blends function and sacred meaning, serving as both a bench and a powerful totemic presence. Turuza reflects the Wauja’s profound connection to nature, their mythologies, and the enduring vitality of Indigenous Brazilian art. Each piece is unique, a living testimony of cultural resilience and aesthetic refinement.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 100 in (254 cm)Depth: 35 in (88.9 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2024
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(One of a Kind)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    Available Now
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6408245004802

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