Dayak Ancestor Figure
Ancestor figure
Dayak, Borneo, Kalimantan, Indonesia
Hardwood
Length: 29,5 cm, width: 8 cm, weight: 850 gr.
Early 20th century
Ex Dutch collection
Hardwood anthropomorphic ancestor figure from the Dayak people of Borneo, dating to the early 20th century. The seated figure holds both hands on the knees and has a large head.
The back shows an old collection number (B3).
There is a crack on the back due to age and drying of the wood. Otherwise, the piece is in good condition.
€ 600
