1937 Old Primitive Ceramic Ornament from Toradja

Old Ceramic Ornament from Toradja

Rare. Collectible ornament from Toraja

Each of the five figures has faces with large eyes and some figures on the front

The five figures bear some resemblance to the megaliths in Bada Valley in Toraja. 

These are large and heavy

Appears to be made from black volcanic soil mixed with clay. 

Usage unknown. 

Age unknown

Might have archaeological and ethnographic significance

Size: The tallest figure is 13 cm in height.

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This item has spent a lifetime being used for the purpose of its creation with the original artist/user. Signs of this life lived heartily may be present on the piece in the form of stains, thread loss, loose threads, holes, tears, color run and other imperfections. Therefore the condition must be assumed to be “not” perfect. More photos of such imperfections will be provided on request.

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