Nuchu Figure - Kuna - Panama
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Mid‑20th century Kuna wooden Nuchu figure from Panama, 29 cm high, 6 cm wide, 5 cm deep, in good condition, authentic original, sold with a stand.
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Description from the seller
The Cuna people live on a series of thirty islands in the archipelago of San Blas in the Caribbean. This is a region of high humidity, hot temperatures, and intense rains. In their traditional medicinal practice, bad spirits of illness, known as ponis, must be expelled from the body by a traditional medicine man, an inatuledi. He does this using nucho – good spirits – who are represented in wood carvings.
Stylistic Nucha figure in good condition with clear traces of wear and tear. Including custom made stand.
Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
Seller's Story
Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art
We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins.
Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins.
For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.
The Cuna people live on a series of thirty islands in the archipelago of San Blas in the Caribbean. This is a region of high humidity, hot temperatures, and intense rains. In their traditional medicinal practice, bad spirits of illness, known as ponis, must be expelled from the body by a traditional medicine man, an inatuledi. He does this using nucho – good spirits – who are represented in wood carvings.
Stylistic Nucha figure in good condition with clear traces of wear and tear. Including custom made stand.
Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
Seller's Story
Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art
We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins.
Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins.
For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.
Details
Ethnic group/ culture
Kuna
Country of Origin
Panama
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Nuchu Figure
Height
29 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
5 cm
Weight
300 g
Authenticity
Original/official
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