19th C. Ifugao Carved Wood Seated Male Bulul Figure
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Southeast Asia, Philippines, Ifugao, late 19th to early 20th century CE. A hand carved wooden male figure with folded arms resting upon upraised knees. A fine example with rich patina. Bululs are abstract representations ancestors that were created to serve as protectors of the rice crop. The Ifugao are known for their great artistry and skill at carving bululs. Size: 2" W x 5" H (5.1 cm x 12.7 cm)
Provenance: Ex- private collection of Ami Brown. Mr. Brown was the owner of the Coca Cola franchise in Israel and amassed a huge and very fine collection of Indonesian Kris's as well as other ethnographic and tribal arts. His collection numbered more than 3000 pieces with many on display during his life in the Ein Harod Museum of Art.
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Provenance: Ex- private collection of Ami Brown. Mr. Brown was the owner of the Coca Cola franchise in Israel and amassed a huge and very fine collection of Indonesian Kris's as well as other ethnographic and tribal arts. His collection numbered more than 3000 pieces with many on display during his life in the Ein Harod Museum of Art.
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#113347
Condition
Beautifully aged wood. Normal wear and minor losses to base. Deep blackened patina.
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19th C. Ifugao Carved Wood Seated Male Bulul Figure
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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