Mid 20th C. Nias Wood Standing Male Figure
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Indonesia, Nias island off west coast of North Sumatra, Nias culture, ca. mid 20th century. An elegant carved-wood figure of a crouching nude male shown from the calves/knees up. The minimalistic figure presents a rectangular form and corseted waist. Flanked by two sizable ears that droop down to his neck, his square head displays a broad nose with a narrow nasal bridge, two ovoid eyes under an arched brow, and no mouth. A clearly delineated phallus can be seen between his bulbous thigh muscles. The fascinating example's smoothly carved surface boasts a lustrous sheen over a coat of black pigment. Size: 2.75" W x 8.375" H (7 cm x 21.3 cm); 10.125" H (25.7 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection
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#162218
Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection
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#162218
Condition
Very light scratches on legs and abraded area on top of head. Otherwise, intact and excellent.
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Mid 20th C. Nias Wood Standing Male Figure
Estimate $600 - $900
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