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Catalogusnummer: 5613
Sumatra, Toba Batak, a rare container for a datu,
the lid delicately carved with a squatting male figure, wearing ear ornaments, and topped by a conical projection, holding in front of his torso a diminutive seated figure. The elongated pear shaped container with a bayonet lock. With the remnants of a leather strap around the neck. Partly encrusted black patina.
h. 35,7 cm. with custom made metal stand.
Provenance: Private collection The Hague, Holland.
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