Published Indonesian Dayak Wood Shaman Figure
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Indonesia, Borneo, Central Kalimantan, Dayak peoples, ca. early 20th century CE. A large standing hand-carved wooden shamanic charm figure holding his hands close to his stomach and showing his tongue. Comes with custom stand. Size: 1" W x 4" H (2.5 cm x 10.2 cm)
Prior to the arrival of missionaries in the dense rainforest of Borneo - and for those not convinced by their message - the Dayak had shamans who were powerful and esteemed personages within a village, who needed to be consulted for every major village decision and who functioned as healers and advice-givers for individuals within the village.
Published in Bruce Frank, Dayak Amulets, Miniatures sculptures from Borneo, fig.#64; Also appears in Devine Gifts, fig.58.
Provenance: Ex-Philip Goldman, London; Ex-Bruce Frank collection
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#119869
Prior to the arrival of missionaries in the dense rainforest of Borneo - and for those not convinced by their message - the Dayak had shamans who were powerful and esteemed personages within a village, who needed to be consulted for every major village decision and who functioned as healers and advice-givers for individuals within the village.
Published in Bruce Frank, Dayak Amulets, Miniatures sculptures from Borneo, fig.#64; Also appears in Devine Gifts, fig.58.
Provenance: Ex-Philip Goldman, London; Ex-Bruce Frank collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#119869
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Intact with great dark patina
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Published Indonesian Dayak Wood Shaman Figure
Estimate $500 - $750
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