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Hunting charm tun Iban Sarawak, Borneo
Hardwood with dark br…
See original version (French)
205
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Hunting charm tun Iban Sarawak, Borneo
Hardwood with dark br…
See original version (French)
Estimate €400 - €600
Voluntary lot
Description
Hunting charm tun Iban Sarawak, Borneo
Hardwood with dark brown patina.
A long pole surmounted by a seated figure of delicate workmanship, with supple limbs, elbows on knees, finely digitized hands under the chin. The head has a neat helmet-like coiffure.
Beautiful old patina.
L. 51 cm
This type of effigy, known locally as a tun tun or pig charm, was used to attract wild pigs, essential to the survival of the group, to a trap.
See original version (French)
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About the sale
Drawings, Paintings Asian and Islamic Art, Sculptures, Furniture, Works of Art 20th century Decorative Arts Carpets
Auction location
Auction time
06/16/2026 at 1:30 PM
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