Mamuli - Indonesia (No reserve price)

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A collection of twelve Mamuli from Sumba, Indonesia, dating to the early 20th century, made of copper and wood, from a private collection, with no stand, each Mamuli about 4–7 cm long, 7 cm high and 5 cm wide, in reasonable condition and authentic/original.

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A small collection of 10 Mamuli from Sumba, Indonesia, and two wood fasteners. The Mamuli, worn as an ear-hanger or pendant, were commonly worn jewelry on Sumba Island. The ornaments have a shape which represents the female genitalia, symbolizing the woman as the giver of life.

The wooden fasteners were used to tighten a belt or rope clothing piece.

Collected in the 1970s to the 1980s. Estimated age: early 20th century

The Mamuli hangers range from 4 to 7 cm in length. The fasteners are 7 cm and 5 cm in length. See pictures

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A small collection of 10 Mamuli from Sumba, Indonesia, and two wood fasteners. The Mamuli, worn as an ear-hanger or pendant, were commonly worn jewelry on Sumba Island. The ornaments have a shape which represents the female genitalia, symbolizing the woman as the giver of life.

The wooden fasteners were used to tighten a belt or rope clothing piece.

Collected in the 1970s to the 1980s. Estimated age: early 20th century

The Mamuli hangers range from 4 to 7 cm in length. The fasteners are 7 cm and 5 cm in length. See pictures

Translated Show original

Details

Indigenous object name
Mamuli
Number of objects
12
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Period
Early 20th century
Material
Copper, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Height
7 cm
Width
5 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
ASvdLaan
The NetherlandsVerified
364
Objects sold
100%
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Reviews
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