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Stylized Antrophomorfic Sulawezi Toraja Sculpture

$2,118.28
£1,574.25
€2,187VAT Included
CA$2,980.70
A$3,005.12
CHF 1,711.15
MX$36,528.51
NOK 20,199.33
SEK 20,141.35
DKK 13,723.88

About the Item

Sulawesi, Toraja, a wooden stylized sculpture of a ox head with original patina, For the Indonesioan Toraja people the ox is a sacred animal. Depictions of the animal were believed to be a protection against bad energy. This particular sculpture probably was a small door in a traditional wooden house. We mounted this intriguing object on a custom metal stand. Bought on the Dutch Art Market 2023. Before in a Private Dutch collection.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.48 in (52 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vosselaar, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2023334847672

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