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Stylized Antrophomorfic Sulawezi Toraja Sculpture
$2,148.85
£1,583.69
€1,800
CA$2,941.30
A$3,294.41
CHF 1,714.19
MX$40,010.37
NOK 21,731.58
SEK 20,505.37
DKK 13,699.17
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Sulawesi, Toraja, a wooden stylized sculpture of a ox head with original patina,
For the Indonesioan Toraja people the ox is a sacred animal. Depictions of the animal were believed to be a protection against bad energy. This particular sculpture probably was a small door in a traditional wooden house.
We mounted this intriguing object on a custom metal stand.
Bought on the Dutch Art Market 2023. Before in a Private Dutch collection.
- Dimensions:Height: 20.48 in (52 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Wood,Woodwork
- Place of Origin:
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- Date of Manufacture:1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Vosselaar, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2023334847672
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