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Early 20th Century Hand-Carved Wood Tribal Mask from Atoni Tribe Timor

$725
£544.64
€628.06
CA$1,006.03
A$1,117.92
CHF 585.80
MX$13,709.34
NOK 7,471.59
SEK 7,028.99
DKK 4,687.56
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About the Item

This very flat mask originates from the Atoni people of Timor, featuring two very small eye holes. For the Timorese people masks portray both male and female ancestors, worn by warriors to scare off enemies or during ceremonies. Masks in Timor were also placed on the altar during sacrifices and in some parts of the island even put inside huts to protect the house from spirits. Measures: Height with stand 60cm; height 24.5cm x width 17cm x depth 0.05cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.65 in (24.5 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Jimbaran, ID
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5881225461232

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