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Pair of Vintage Atauro Island Wooden Ancestor Figures (Itara) – East Timor / IndonesiaA striking, matching pair of vintage hand-carved wooden ancestor figures (itara) originating from Atauro Island (East Timor), sourced via the Indonesian ethnographic trade pipeline.Representing a traditional ancestral couple, these figures are highly collectible examples of regional Oceanic and Indonesian tribal art, beautifully showcasing the distinct cubistic and elongated carving styles of the region.Each figure features finely detailed, hand-set light shell or bone eye inlays with dark-stained pupils, 1 missing, giving them an expressive, alert gaze.Adornments: Both figures retain their original, traditional hand-woven fiber skirts and patterned textile wraps. The crowns of their heads are accented with inset dark animal hair/fiber topknots.
Patina: Beautiful, deep rich brown wood finish showing light vintage wear and consistent aging throughout, highlighting the smooth, clean lines of the carving.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The wood is stable and fully cured with no major splits or damage. Textiles are entirely intact with minor, character-rich fraying consistent with age.Dimensions: Approximately 11 to 12 inches (approx. 28–30 cm) in height.ProvenanceOriginally acquired from an antique specialty shop in Indonesia, making them an excellent acquisition for collectors of Indonesian, East Timorese, or broader Oceanic ethnographic art.Shipped with care
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