Museum Quality Nias Figure - Adu Zatua - 1970-1980 - Nias island, Indonesia

Description

Museum Quality Nias Figure - Adu Zatua - 1970-1980
DIMENSIONS:
cm 63 //
24.8
"   weight: around 3,5 Kg
DESCRIPTION:
In Nias island following the death of an individual, a wooden image or ‘adu zatua’ was prepared as an abode for the ancestral spirit to mediate between the human world and the realm of the gods. ‘Adu zatua’ required regular offerings to ensure the continued benevolence of the ancestor for the benefit of the living, and to further elevate the ancestor’s success in the afterlife.
This male figure (adu zatua) depicted in sitting position and holding a cup
, features a g
reat wormanship noticeble in the finely carved and elaborate
headdress, symbolizing the tree of life.
Please notice the high expressivity of the face and the armony of the posture.
Made of heavy solid wood, has some signs of use and age but it is in overall great condition.
ESTIMATED AGE:
40-50 years old ca.
PROVENIENCE:
I have this wonderful piece on consignment from a renowned gallery in Bali.
SHPPING:
S
afe shipping from Bali, Indonesia
The object will be safetly packed and shipped  with tracking
within 3 business days after cleared payment .
Usa, Canada, Australia: 22 Usd
Europe: 27 Usd
Other countries: please contact us
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