Set of 5 tribal sculptures from Kalimantan and Sumba

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Set of 5 tribal sculptures from Kalimantan and SumbaSYMBOLS OF PROTECTION This stunning set of wooden statues was carved by hand by local artisans on the islands of Kalimantan and Sumba in Indonesia, made as per ancient techniques. For centuries Patung Pagar, the taller statues, were made to evoke protection and guidance in honour of Kaharingan, the main, animist religion of the local tribe Dayak until the 1900s. The Dayaks are the native people of Borneo, with its first independent kingdom as early as

The mask comes complete with a black metal stand and its story printed out for you inside a beautiful envelope

The custom of dowry is most common in cultures that expect women to reside with or near their husband's family

In the past it was also used for bride price

The set comes complete with the black metal stands and its story printed out for you inside a beautiful envelope

On Papua shells represent prosperity and are often used during wedding ceremonies

They’re carved with a human form in honour of the Marapu (ancestral spirits)

It is believed that the whale teaches you to listen to your inner voice and following your own truth

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fearless and independent animals

The set comes complete with black stands and its story printed out for you inside a beautiful envelope

made as per ancient techniques with traditional motifs from the area

Dimensions: medium dowry: around 30 x 40 x 10cm with the stand