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Charm. Karuhei tatau
Wooden amulet showing a standing anthropomorph figure on a cylindrical basis. These kinds of amulets, known as karuhei, were conceived after certain revelatory dreams. An evident oneiric concept marks the traits of the face: it depicts a dilatation of the free lineaments which have a tendency to flow together and blend in a fluid merge. The body is decorated with elements of material culture, such as a small basket and a dagger, while the back has a tricuspid star, reference to the celestial world.

Borneo. Southern Area.

Ngaju.

Wood.

30 x 5 x 5 cm
Price : SFr. 500 | Inv. 3.004 | SOLD