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ARTIFACTS
TIMOR SUMBA HORSE, STONE
- primitive `naive` art,
- unique one-off piece
- hand-carved in sandstone by local artisans using traditional techniques
- a symbol of social status and wealth, horses hold great significance within the Timor society
- representing the powerful bond of a man with horse
- the Sumba horse is in fact a pony traditionally used during parades and dances in village festivals of tribal Timorese communities
- considered a very intelligent animal, the young boys ride it bareback and make the horse`s feet decorated with bells "ring" to the rhythm of the drums.
- this piece reflects the deep cultural heritage of Timor, where primitive-style sculptures are appreciated for their directness and connection to ancestral traditions.
- mounted on a black metal stand
- Sumba, Timor region, Indonesia
- see the care instruction page
W: 40cm D: 11cm H: 43cm
Product Id: ASCUL018
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