Dayak - Cup - Wood - ceremonial drinking cup

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Dayak ceremonial drinking cup carved from wood from West Kalimantan, Borneo, Indonesia, dating to the late 20th century, with a custom iron stand, dimensions 20×11×8 cm, weight 223 g, in excellent condition.

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Dayak Ritual cup, West Kalimantan, Borneo Island, Indonesia.

Rare ritual cup, carved wood, representing a mythical figure, very beautiful patina of use on the eroded sono wood,. Island of Kalimantan, Dayak, Indonesia. Used by datu (medicine man) to make and give magic potions to clan. Comes with custom made iron stand. Height 21cm on stand

Seller's Story

Booker Trading combines contemporary design with sustainable materials to provide quality products for in and around your home or business. The wood we use is always FSC certified and always reclaimed, reused or sustainably planted. Our website features handcrafted furniture, lighting, decorative items and umbrellas from suppliers who share our vision and passion for unique and functional designs. Booker Trading is a specialized company in organically modern and ecologically responsible designs and products. Furthermore, we are a small company that has spontaneously grown into one of the most famous suppliers of unique items and designs from recycled materials. Booker Trading's products unite organic shapes, industrial and modern design to merge in a functional design with inspiring elements that appeal to the imagination. Booker Trading prides itself on its commitment to environmental sustainability, social responsibility and fair trade with our suppliers. Founded in the year 2010 with sales through online webshop and went offline in 2016 with our workshop and showroom in Zandvoort. Partly due to our expertise and local purchasing agents, BookerTrading is unique. We know how to realize the range wishes of our dealers and customers in a professional manner. Our products are made from recycled, reclaimed or otherwise up-cycled wood, in this way we reinvest in our products. Our range consists of functional furniture and decorative items made from old fishing boats, centuries-old houses, fallen trees from rivers and coffee trees replaced by local farmers. Booker Trading supplies to private individuals, companies and retailers.
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Dayak Ritual cup, West Kalimantan, Borneo Island, Indonesia.

Rare ritual cup, carved wood, representing a mythical figure, very beautiful patina of use on the eroded sono wood,. Island of Kalimantan, Dayak, Indonesia. Used by datu (medicine man) to make and give magic potions to clan. Comes with custom made iron stand. Height 21cm on stand

Seller's Story

Booker Trading combines contemporary design with sustainable materials to provide quality products for in and around your home or business. The wood we use is always FSC certified and always reclaimed, reused or sustainably planted. Our website features handcrafted furniture, lighting, decorative items and umbrellas from suppliers who share our vision and passion for unique and functional designs. Booker Trading is a specialized company in organically modern and ecologically responsible designs and products. Furthermore, we are a small company that has spontaneously grown into one of the most famous suppliers of unique items and designs from recycled materials. Booker Trading's products unite organic shapes, industrial and modern design to merge in a functional design with inspiring elements that appeal to the imagination. Booker Trading prides itself on its commitment to environmental sustainability, social responsibility and fair trade with our suppliers. Founded in the year 2010 with sales through online webshop and went offline in 2016 with our workshop and showroom in Zandvoort. Partly due to our expertise and local purchasing agents, BookerTrading is unique. We know how to realize the range wishes of our dealers and customers in a professional manner. Our products are made from recycled, reclaimed or otherwise up-cycled wood, in this way we reinvest in our products. Our range consists of functional furniture and decorative items made from old fishing boats, centuries-old houses, fallen trees from rivers and coffee trees replaced by local farmers. Booker Trading supplies to private individuals, companies and retailers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
223 g
Specific region of origin
borneo
Title additional information
ceremonial drinking cup
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Indonesia
Ethnic group/culture
Kenyah Dayak
Designer/artist/maker
Dayak
Material
Wood
Indigenous object name
kayan
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
20 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
Late 20th c
The NetherlandsVerified
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Objects sold
97.67%
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