No. 103918623
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乳鉢 - Wood - スマトラ木製臼
Ritual mortar with singa head, a recurring symbol in Batak culture, an indigenous ethnic group from North Sumatra, Indonesia.
The singa head in Batak ritual objects symbolizes protection and the link between the spiritual and human worlds. It is a mythological figure often depicted on sacred objects such as magic sticks called tunggal panaluan. These sculptures are used to ward off evil spirits and ensure the safety of the community.
19th century- easrly 20th , beautiful, well-marked patina on the handle (lustre)
Provenance: Private Dutch collection.
No. 103918623
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乳鉢 - Wood - スマトラ木製臼
Ritual mortar with singa head, a recurring symbol in Batak culture, an indigenous ethnic group from North Sumatra, Indonesia.
The singa head in Batak ritual objects symbolizes protection and the link between the spiritual and human worlds. It is a mythological figure often depicted on sacred objects such as magic sticks called tunggal panaluan. These sculptures are used to ward off evil spirits and ensure the safety of the community.
19th century- easrly 20th , beautiful, well-marked patina on the handle (lustre)
Provenance: Private Dutch collection.
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