A Fine Old Guardian Sculpture from Nepal

A traditional carved wooden idol that would traditionally guard Village, shrines and crossroads. Nepal. Measures 17.5 inches tall on wooden base.Provenance: Ex Prof. Charles Bordogna, Past curator of

A very old and fascinating wooden idol from Nepal. This is a genuine old example that was carved from a dense and heavy wood and features a finely carved face, more realistic than most, and even a nic

This is a very old and rare old "Guardian" sculpture from Nepal and the tribal peoples of that region. The locals carve such idols as guardians to set at crossroads, natural springs and other sites ar

This is a very old wooden ancestor shrine sculpture from Western Nepal. Such sculptures were placed on bridges, at crossroads and placed on shrines and fresh water springs as protection from evil spir

This is a very impressive and quite old wooden shrine sculpture from Western Nepal. Such sculptures were placed on bridges, at crossroads and placed on shrines and fresh water springs as Guardians and

This is a very large old carved wooden protective idol with primitive features and a very well weathered surface suggesting great age. note the great charming smile and friendly face. Such sculptures

A very old and fascinating wooden idol from Nepal. This is a genuine old example that was carved from a dense wood. The sculpture is the type that were placed on Village shrines, intersections and sou

A very old and fascinating wooden idol from Nepal. This is a genuine old example that was carved from a dense wood. The sculpture is the type that were placed on Village shrines, intersections and sou

A Tall carved Ironwood sculpture of what appears to be a Colonial man in western pants and shirt with stylized facial features and crown like finial. The clothing is incised into the sculpture and qui

A Tall carved Ironwood sculpture of what appears to be a Colonial man in western pants and shirt with stylized facial features and crown like finial. The clothing is incised into the sculpture and qui

This is a very old wooden ancestor shrine sculpture head from Western Nepal. Such sculptures were placed on bridges, at crossroads and placed on shrines and fresh water springs as protection from evil

Fine Early Bronze South Indian Sculpture, Tanjore India, God, Goddess or Buddha. 814g, Exact age unknown, from an old Santa Cruz, California collection assembled in India and Nepal. Approximately 4.37

A very fine old carved wooden Shrine idol from the Baule peoples of the Ivory Coast, West Africa. The sculpture of a male effigy is often created for a person who endures physical or emotional distres

An elegant and refined example of a male effigy with hands to the chest, incised beard, pouty mouth and deep well handled surface patina. The Sculpture was reportedly once offered at Sothebys London,

A carved wooden shrine idol with highly stylized form and features, linear incised designs accented with kaolin clay, large round ears and central crest. Such sculptures were considered healing fetish

A carved wooden effigy of a male spirit with deep well handled surface patina and classic form. Such Idols known as Bateba Thil were considered mediums to the spirit world. The sculpture has been cust

A finely carved Male effigy with central coiffure accented with tacks, long stylized beard, raised scar designs and classic form with hands to the waist. Attie peoples, Lagoons region, Ivory Coast, We

A beautiful old carved wooden female effigy with raised coiffure, inset scar designs and a lovely well handled patina. Attie or Anyi peoples, lagoons region, West Africa. the figure measures 11.75 inc

A very fine and elegant carved wooden sculpture of a Pipe smoking ancestor with horn like projections. Lulua peoples, Congo, Africa. The figure measures 13.5 inches tall. Collected in situ by Diedre S

Carved wooden male sculpture from the Ambete or related ethnic group, from Gabon, Africa. A male form with arms raised and open mouth, seated on stool. A heavy kaolin clay patina coats the entire surf

Carved from a dense heavy wood and featuring a the large upturned nose in classic form , hands to chest and a ceremonial cap. The sculpture is adorned with a grass skirt and has a well handled surface

This is a very large old carved wooden protective idol with primitive features and a very well weathered surface suggesting great age. Such sculptures were placed on bridges, at crossroads and placed

This is a very fine old wood sculpture of the Hero Chief, or primary ancestor Chibinda Ilunga of the Chokwe peoples. A highly stylized example with excellent openwork design and signs of age and handl

This is a very fine old wood sculpture of an important chieftain of Kuba kingdom. The figure is carved from a dense heavy wood with ornate designs and a proud stance. Kuba peoples, Congo, Africa. The