Carving of a Nias Man
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Nias island, Indonesia
Wood; height 50cm, width 12cm, thickness 10cm
The man wears a headdress with two hornlike protrusions. He sports a moustache and beard. He has a necklace and an earring on his right ear. His otherwise naked, armless body ends at the waist and his genitals are prominent. This is a well-carved piece with a fine patina, outstanding for its lifelike depiction of a powerful warrior.
Such carvings are known as adu horo and were commonly found in most houses in Nias. They depict both male and female ancestors. Such figures are believed to ward off ill fortune and poor health.
Wood; height 50cm, width 12cm, thickness 10cm
The man wears a headdress with two hornlike protrusions. He sports a moustache and beard. He has a necklace and an earring on his right ear. His otherwise naked, armless body ends at the waist and his genitals are prominent. This is a well-carved piece with a fine patina, outstanding for its lifelike depiction of a powerful warrior.
Such carvings are known as adu horo and were commonly found in most houses in Nias. They depict both male and female ancestors. Such figures are believed to ward off ill fortune and poor health.
Condition
Stabilised. Generally in good condition.
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Carving of a Nias Man
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