An early Dayak shield 'Kelebit' with finely stylized handle.
19th century. Wood. 117 x 32 cm. A very good example of a warriors shield with circle and hook designs that form a central 'Aso' or dog-dragon face with large eyes and fangs. Headhunting was an important rite of passage for young men and essential to ensure the prosperity of the whole community. Some shields have tufts of hair taken from victims, attached to the shield in rows. (VJ)
Provenance:
Private Dutch collection;
Important Belgian collection.
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
04.10.2021 - 15:19
- Estimate:
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EUR 6,000.- to EUR 8,000.-
- Starting bid:
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EUR 4,500.-
An early Dayak shield 'Kelebit' with finely stylized handle.
19th century. Wood. 117 x 32 cm. A very good example of a warriors shield with circle and hook designs that form a central 'Aso' or dog-dragon face with large eyes and fangs. Headhunting was an important rite of passage for young men and essential to ensure the prosperity of the whole community. Some shields have tufts of hair taken from victims, attached to the shield in rows. (VJ)
Provenance:
Private Dutch collection;
Important Belgian collection.
Specialist: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
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| Auction: | Tribal Art |
| Auction type: | Online auction |
| Date: | 04.10.2021 - 15:19 |
| Location: | Vienna | Palais Dorotheum |
| Exhibition: | 29.09. - 04.10.2021 |