https://www.antiques.com/ https://www.antiques.com//images/antiques_logo.jpg https://www.antiques.com/ https://www.antiques.com/classified/1145520/Antique-Vintage-Handmade-Jewelry-Pendant-Tribal-Pectoral-Ornament-Silver-Pendant-from-Moluccas-Maluku-Marangga-Taka-Molucca-Pendant--Joined-Triangle Pectoral ornament, marangga babar, maluku this elegantly shaped pectoral pendant with delicate filigree loop and border, marangga, is from the babar island, south moluccas. Used as bride wealth payment, it possesses sacred qualities and is part of the adat heirloom valuables. originally made in gold, silver was first introduced to southeast maluku in the 16-17th c in the form of silver dollars. this piece is one of the finest example of the ornaments that found throughout the archipelago which shares many similar form. it measures 3-2/8†wide by 2-1/8†high. 16 grams. Late 20th century. i will ship this item via registered air mail ( malaysia post ), 14 - 21 working days worldwide. Item shipped is insured. for alternate shipping option and/or combine multiple listing, please contact me for an accurate quote based on your location and items that you are interested in.

Item Price : $125.00

]]> https://www.antiques.com/classified/1145521/Antique-Antique-Vintage-Headrest--Neckrest-Tribal-Biak-Indonesia--Ethnic-Irian-Wooden-Pillow Headrest biak, indonesia twentieth century this is an excellent example of a biak headrest. The superb sculpturally quality is demonstrated in the deep curvature of the ‘pillow’ that joint by the crescent shaped back of two archetype korwar charm figures. The center figure is carved with both hands up on its head, projects great movement in the sculpture and open form swirl foliage giving the sculpture added dimension. the surface of the pillow is simply wonderful with fine aged honey brown patina that suggests a long history of use. this headrest stands inches 9-6/8 inches tall by 22 inches in wide. i will ship this item via registered air track and trace ( malaysia post ), 14 - 21 working days worldwide. Item shipped is insured. for alternate shipping option and/or combine multiple listing, please contact me for an accurate quote based on your location and items that you are interested in.

Item Price : $352.20

]]> https://www.antiques.com/classified/1145547/Antique-https---www-etsy-com-listing-190069100-vintage-magic-book-batak-priest-diviner-ref-listing-shop-header-2 Batak toba datu or priest diviner magic book "pustaha". wood and bark. H : 2.8cm w : 6.5 cm l : 8cm ; across 89 cm ; weight : 0.14lb. this book preserves the datu priest's knowledge of herbs, medicines, oracle, as well as black and white magic. inscribed in ritual language on tree bark with text and drawings, the datu uses pustaha as a reference work or notebook in performing cures and rituals. the script divided into three categories : 1. The art of preserving life which includes medicine or herbs. 2. The art of destroying life -- black and white magic. 3. The art of fortune-telling, written as oracle to determine auspicious time, 7 days and 7 periods of the day. covers are from wood.

Item Price : $178.20

]]> https://www.antiques.com/classified/1145548/Antique-https---www-etsy-com-listing-189888274-vintage-medicine-boxborneo-iban-shaman-ref-shop-home-active-7 This is an old shaman's box with a magic charm attached in classic hunkered position. The box is beautifully decorated with rows of platted rattan bindings. At one time this shaman's box held various magic objects inside that would be used for divination and rituals. The charm on this box in fact original and very expressive. The patina is encrusted and smokey from storage in the long house. Two hole on each side where a charm post once was. There is a small old chip to the ear and hand of the figure but this does not detract at all from the beauty of this object. this box stands 10 inches tall and 6-2/8 inches wide

Item Price : $218.50

]]> https://www.antiques.com/classified/1145807/Antique-Royal-Ceremonial-Hair-Comb-from-South-Moluccas Royal comb seram, maluku made of organic shell, this elegant variegated hair comb from the tanimbarese tribe is beautifully carved. Utilizing the natural shape of the shell, the curvature of the comb is especially beautiful. The top portion is distinctly decorated with a carved male ancestor figure dressed in ceremonial attire with a delicate open form of a tall distinctive crown. The tanimbarese archaic styles of striking spirals on the middle portion is very intricate. the overall quality and size of the piece, it's fine attention to detail, along with its early collection date suggest this could be a late 19th century example. Comes custom mounted. this comb stands 8 inches tall by 7.25 inches in length. Height on mounted stand 12.5 inches

Item Price : $628.60

]]> https://www.antiques.com/classified/1146287/Antique-BORNEO-IBAN-CEREMONIAL-MASK Ceremonial mask iban, dayak twentieth century this is a very fine example of an iban ceremonial mask. The superbly rendered haunting face with somewhat enigmatic expression possessing a beautiful nose and delicately sculpted mouth. The stare is expressive and imposing and the dry adze marks give it an outstanding presence. It is carved from medium dense wood and has a subtle, smooth patina on the front and back. the mask is 9.2 inches tall by 5.4 inches wide. i will ship this mask via registered air mail ( malaysia post ), 14 - 21 business days worldwide. Item shipped is insured. for alternate shipping option and/or combine multiple listing, please contact me for an accurate quote based on your location and items that you are interested in.

Item Price : $238.80

]]> https://www.antiques.com/classified/1146317/Antique-Nias-Lime-Container-Horn-Tooth-And-Bone Lime container nias, indonesia it is very rare to find a lime container with a figurative stopper or top, most are non-figurative. This horn stopper is a beautifully rendered nias royal ancestor. The features on the figure are sensitively done and the sculptural quality is second to none. The tightly carved body possesses great tension and the expressive nature of the face and the posture epitomizes royalty in tribal art. The crocodile tooth tube container still retains its original bone peg as well remnants of lime. In excellent original condition. this lime container stands 12 tall by 1.5" in width. additional images available on request. i will ship this item and the stand via registered air track and trace ( malaysia post ), 14 - 21 working days worldwide. Item shipped is insured. for alternate shipping option and/or combine multiple listing, please contact me for an accurate quote based on your location and items that you are interested in.

Item Price : $682.00

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