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Early 20th Century Sanggori Brass/Copper Head Ornament, Toraja People, Sulawesi

$1,350
£1,024.35
€1,171.25
CA$1,885.58
A$2,096.51
CHF 1,094.68
MX$25,519.67
NOK 13,967.68
SEK 13,087.05
DKK 8,741.26
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About the Item

Offered by Zena Kruzick Early 20th century tribal sanggori brass or copper alloy head ornament, Toraja people, Sulawesi, Indonesia. These sinuous brass and copper alloy head pieces were worn by men at special ceremonies. This sanggori is convex on both sides at the ridgeline.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ZK#95931stDibs: LU177829552373

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