Iban Dayak Weaving Spindle Spool

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Sarawak State, Borneo Island, Malaysia. Late 20th century wood carved human effigy figure for use on a weaving spindle. This piece would have been placed at the opposite end of the platform with a wheel on the other end. Threads would be wrapped around this figure as the cotton was spun onto the wheel. Size 9" H

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Wear throughout as shown commensurate with age and use.

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Iban Dayak Weaving Spindle Spool

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Estimate $200-$300Jun 25, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT

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