Antique Naga Anthropomorphic Figure
Title: Antique Naga Anthropomorphic Figure
Date/Period: Early 20th century carving - several thousands years old material
Origin: Nagaland � India - Himalaya
Dimension: 8 x 3.5 x 2.7 inches � 1200 grams
Material: Fossilized mammoth tusk
Additional Information: The \"Nagas\" are a conglomerate of several tribal communities that inhabit the northeastern part of India and the northwestern part of Burma (Myanmar). The communities have a similar culture and traditions, and form the ethnic majority group in the Indian state of Nagaland, with a significant presence in the states of Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. The Nagas were headhunters until the arrival of the Christian missionaries in the 1930s. Such figurines, given their uniqueness, were exclusively made for the chiefs of the Naga tribes. They refer to everyday scenes and possibly represent the chief himself or his wife.
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Condition Report: Very good for the age, please see all photos to see signs of age and use
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Title: Antique Naga Anthropomorphic Figure
Date/Period: Early 20th century carving - several thousands years old material
Origin: Nagaland � India - Himalaya
Dimension: 8 x 3.5 x 2.7 inches � 1200 grams
Material: Fossilized mammoth tusk
Additional Information: The \"Nagas\" are a conglomerate of several tribal communities that inhabit the northeastern part of India and the northwestern part of Burma (Myanmar). The communities have a similar culture and traditions, and form the ethnic majority group in the Indian state of Nagaland, with a significant presence in the states of Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. The Nagas were headhunters until the arrival of the Christian missionaries in the 1930s. Such figurines, given their uniqueness, were exclusively made for the chiefs of the Naga tribes. They refer to everyday scenes and possibly represent the chief himself or his wife.
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $95.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from Italy.
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition Report: Very good for the age, please see all photos to see signs of age and use
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