**Originally Listed At $250**

Indonesia, Borneo, Ngaju, Central Kalimantan Dayak, ca. early 20th century CE. A standing female, hand-carved wood shamanic charm figure holding a baby in both hands. This piece is very rare because it depicts a female, and females are traditionally not often depicted! Comes with custom stand. Size: 0.5" W x 3.5" H (1.3 cm x 8.9 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.#72

Provenance: ex-Bruce Frank

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#119868

Intact, with great dark patina.