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Life-Sized Dayak Tribe Female "Hampatong" Guardian, Borneo, Early 20th Century

$6,845

£5,169.80

€5,971.93

CA$9,643.63

A$10,328.33

CHF 5,552.44

MX$125,443.62

NOK 70,157.78

SEK 64,234.67

DKK 44,621.20

About the Item

‘Hampatong’ is the term used for ancestors and protective figures made of hard ‘iron wood’, which the Dayak of Borneo would position infront of their houses as guardians. This early 20th century sculpture features light grey age-related patina and displays areas of erosion due to weathering as a result of extended placement outdoors. It features a Merbau wood and metal stand. Merbau wooden stand - height 65cm x width 45cm x depth 43cm Statue – Height 135cm x width 40cm x depth 30cm Total height with stand – 195cm.

Dimensions:
Height: 76.78 in (195 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 16.93 in (43 cm)
Style:
Other (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
Indonesia
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Early 20th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
Seller Location:
Jimbaran, ID
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5881225438082

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