Door - 1950-1960 - Grafdeur

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Original Toraja graft tomb door from Sulawesi, featuring the Kepala Kerbau head symbolising wealth for the aristocracy, made of ulin ironwood, measuring about 69 × 39 cm with 5 cm depth, dating to the 1950s and in good used condition with minor signs of ageing and spots.

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Dayak tribal art from Sulawesi, an original Toraja tomb door with the well-known Kepala Kerbau head on it. This head represents wealth and abundance, which were reserved exclusively for the higher caste / aristocrats.

Old (circa 1950) and 100% authentic. Placed on a beautiful sleek black base, it is a valuable decorative item for your home. A very special collector's item, as the tombs in the rocks near Sulawesi are now a tourist attraction and have been declared cultural heritage in Indonesia, thus protected. This door has been in my possession for over 20 years and was purchased in Sulawesi at the time. Dimensions approximately 69x39 cm, weight is heavy!

The wood has a unique patina, and the item is in very good condition despite its age and exposure to the elements. The cracks in the Ulin Iron Wood contribute, in my opinion, to the authenticity and character of this beautiful piece!

Dayak tribal art from Sulawesi, an original Toraja tomb door with the well-known Kepala Kerbau head on it. This head represents wealth and abundance, which were reserved exclusively for the higher caste / aristocrats.

Old (circa 1950) and 100% authentic. Placed on a beautiful sleek black base, it is a valuable decorative item for your home. A very special collector's item, as the tombs in the rocks near Sulawesi are now a tourist attraction and have been declared cultural heritage in Indonesia, thus protected. This door has been in my possession for over 20 years and was purchased in Sulawesi at the time. Dimensions approximately 69x39 cm, weight is heavy!

The wood has a unique patina, and the item is in very good condition despite its age and exposure to the elements. The cracks in the Ulin Iron Wood contribute, in my opinion, to the authenticity and character of this beautiful piece!

Details

Era
1900-2000
Wood type
ulin
Specific region of origin
Toraja
Title additional information
Grafdeur
Material
Wood
Country of Origin
Indonesia
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
69 cm
Width
39 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960
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Objects sold
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