Indonesia Borneo Bahau-Busang Hawat or Baby Carrier
Indonesia Borneo Dayak Aristocratic Bahau-Busang hawat or baby carrier (19th Century), deeply carved wood and fiber back carrying straps, having carved central motif of an "Aso" a type of anthropomorphic spirit guardian with outstretched arms and legs, protruding stomach, erect penis, and carved monkey motif meant to protect the baby acquired in the early 1960's in a Dayak village.
Dimensions: 14 x 15 x 11 in
Condition Report: Excellent condition, strap looks to be a replacement
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Indonesia Borneo Dayak Aristocratic Bahau-Busang hawat or baby carrier (19th Century), deeply carved wood and fiber back carrying straps, having carved central motif of an "Aso" a type of anthropomorphic spirit guardian with outstretched arms and legs, protruding stomach, erect penis, and carved monkey motif meant to protect the baby acquired in the early 1960's in a Dayak village.
Dimensions: 14 x 15 x 11 in
Condition Report: Excellent condition, strap looks to be a replacement