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Ancestor head known as "Tau-Tau" from the Toraja people of the Celebes Islands (Sulawesi) in Indonesia. Late 19th/early 20th century.
The work retains its original brown pigments mixed with white halos. The absence of eyes reinforces the expression of gravity and interiority.
Provenance: Claude de Marteau Collection
Sold with certificate of provenance.
With base: H 48 cm x W 19 cm x D 18 cm
Without base: H 41 cm
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Ref: NO7W1PHSOT