Southeast Asia, Borneo, Central Kalimantan, Ngaju Dayak, ca. late 19th century to early 20th century CE. A hand carved wooden charm statue created by the indigenous Ngaju Dayak of Borneo. The figure presents a characteristically enlarged head with bold, abstract features including large almond shaped eyes, a broad straight nose, pronounced ears, a flat coiffure, and a most expressive wide open toothy grin. Both hands with nicely incised fingers are held over the abdominal region just above the groin. He stands endearingly upon bowed legs. The rich patina reveals that this piece was handled quite a bit and perhaps carried strong symbolic significance. Size: 7.5" W x 9" H (19 cm x 22.9 cm)

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection, 1995 to 2010; ex-private collection of Ami Brown. Mr. Brown was the owner of the Coca Cola franchise in Israel and amassed a huge and very fine collection of Indonesian Krises as well as other ethnographic and tribal arts. His collection numbered more than 3000 pieces with many on display during his life in the Ein Harod Museum of Art.

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#113371

Intact and in excellent condition. Fabulous patina.