Decorative ornament (2) - Indonesia - Calendar

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A set of two traditional Batak calendars from Indonesia (Porhalaan), dating to about 1970–1980, carved in wood with a lunisolar system of 12 months of 30 days and inscriptions featuring astrological and magical motifs; each piece measures 30 cm high by 9 cm wide and the set is in good condition with minor signs of aging and spots.

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A set of two traditional Batak calendars.

The calendars were often used by Batak priests for divination and determining auspicious days.

A lunisolar system consists of 12 months, each again with 30 days. The inscriptions on the bamboo display astrological and magical motifs that symbolize fate.

The dimensions are indicated in the photos.

The items are carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number.

A set of two traditional Batak calendars.

The calendars were often used by Batak priests for divination and determining auspicious days.

A lunisolar system consists of 12 months, each again with 30 days. The inscriptions on the bamboo display astrological and magical motifs that symbolize fate.

The dimensions are indicated in the photos.

The items are carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Calendar
Number of objects
2
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Batak
Country of origin
Indonesia
Indigenous object name
Probability
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
30 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
The NetherlandsVerified
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Objects sold
96.88%
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