Among the most important artistic Dayak creations are anthropomorphic sculptures known as hampatong, they assert a great variety of styles reflecting an array of ceremonial or protectional functions. The hampatong are placed in front of a ceremonial lodge, at a village crossroads or on a riverbank. These statues could perform important functions of protection, commemoration or representation of an ancestor. This one is from the eastern tribes of Borneo (Modang) and carved in a heavy piece of ironwood showing weathered patina with traces of lichen. It was possibly open in de jungle when plants were growing out. NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE EU! PLEASE DON'T BID! Rarely offered! Hieght: 102 cm Weight: 16 KG Local pick-up possible or careful packing and shipping