A very fine secret society initiation figure. Tolai people, Dukduk. New Britain.
These figures were held by the initiates of a secret society of the Tolai people called Dukduk. The members of this secret society appear from the sea in large conical masks and tufted raffia skirts. They verify taboos as well as judge and execute offenders. The dancers, whilst wearing the tubuan masks, were regarded as divine beings whose judgement and actions could not be questioned. 32 cm high, wood. Early 20th century.
Provenance:
Old American collection.
Ex Michael Hamson.(VJ)
Esperto: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
31.10.2017 - 14:00
- Prezzo realizzato: **
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EUR 4.750,-
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EUR 2.800,- a EUR 3.200,-
A very fine secret society initiation figure. Tolai people, Dukduk. New Britain.
These figures were held by the initiates of a secret society of the Tolai people called Dukduk. The members of this secret society appear from the sea in large conical masks and tufted raffia skirts. They verify taboos as well as judge and execute offenders. The dancers, whilst wearing the tubuan masks, were regarded as divine beings whose judgement and actions could not be questioned. 32 cm high, wood. Early 20th century.
Provenance:
Old American collection.
Ex Michael Hamson.(VJ)
Esperto: Joris Visser
Joris Visser
+32-2-514 00 34
Joris.Visser@dorotheum.com
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| Asta: | Tribal Art |
| Tipo d'asta: | Asta in sala |
| Data: | 31.10.2017 - 14:00 |
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| Esposizione: | 25.10. - 31.10.2017 |
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