Dayak Guardian Figure for Baby Carrier Strut - Kalimantan - Dayak - Indonesia (No Reserve Price)

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Indonesian Dayak guardian figure for a baby carrier strut, carved from iron wood, late 20th century, 34 cm high, 3 cm wide and 3 cm deep, weight 153 g, origin Kalimantan Dayak tribe, in good condition, with stand, provenance Gallery/Antique dealer, one item, titled 'Dayak Guardian Figure for Baby Carrier Strut'.

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Figure is from dayak tribes of Kalimatan Borneo. It was used as Baby Carrier struts intricately carved with ancient guardian figure with bird like faces with muscular body, arms and legs. Such ornament were place on baby carrier as talisman. Only important members in the dayak community posses such ornament are very rare. The dayak tribes of Borneo are believed to be the most primitive yet sophisticated tribes in Borneo from studies of their artifacts and culture. This item was acquired in the 80s from a private collection in yogjakarta

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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Figure is from dayak tribes of Kalimatan Borneo. It was used as Baby Carrier struts intricately carved with ancient guardian figure with bird like faces with muscular body, arms and legs. Such ornament were place on baby carrier as talisman. Only important members in the dayak community posses such ornament are very rare. The dayak tribes of Borneo are believed to be the most primitive yet sophisticated tribes in Borneo from studies of their artifacts and culture. This item was acquired in the 80s from a private collection in yogjakarta

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

Indigenous object name
Kalimantan
No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Dayak
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Period
Late 20th century
Material
iron wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Dayak Guardian Figure for Baby Carrier Strut
Height
34 cm
Width
3 cm
Depth
3 cm
Weight
153 g
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
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Objects sold
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