Alexandra Xu

Tribal Craftsmanship Auction

Collection of 4 shamanic statuettes from Sumba, western part of the island. The statuettes were used in house purification ceremonies and were later placed in the kitchen area.
The statuettes are wooden with a patina of use and beads for the eyes, and some textiles around the body. Approximate average sizes are 13–15 cm in height and 3–4 cm in diameter.

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Collezione di 4 statuette sciamaniche provenienti dall isola di Sumba  parte ovest ,le statuette erano utilizzate nelle cerimonie di purificazione delle abitazioni e successivamente poste nella zona della cucina.
Le statuette sono in legno con patina di utilizzo e perline negli occhi,e alcuni tessuti intorno al corpo.La grandezze medie indicative 13/15cm di altezza ,3/4cm di diametro.

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Statues - Indonesia  (No reserve price)

Late 20th century - Wood - Good condition

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Four wooden shaman figurines from Sumba Island, Indonesia, dating to the late 20th century, each measuring 15 cm high, 4 cm deep and 3 cm wide, in good condition with authenticity/official designation, from a private collection and sold with a stand.

Statues - Indonesia (No reserve price)

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Four wooden shaman figurines from Sumba Island, Indonesia, dating to the late 20th century, each measuring 15 cm high, 4 cm deep and 3 cm wide, in good condition with authenticity/official designation, from a private collection and sold with a stand.

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