Korwar Ancestor Figure
Origin:West Papua, Indonesia
Period: 19th Century
Material: Wood
Size: 7cm x 7cm x 26cm
Description: This figure carved in the West Papuan Korwar have proportionally large heads. They are generally believed to contain the souls of venerated ancestors and are believed to intercede for their living descendants. This female figure has exaggerated facial features with a broad nose, a deep philtrum and protruding lips. Her helmet has a round peg designed with diamond patterns.
ID-AN-065
Origin:West Papua, Indonesia
Period: 19th Century
Material: Wood
Size: 7cm x 7cm x 26cm
Description: This figure carved in the West Papuan Korwar have proportionally large heads. They are generally believed to contain the souls of venerated ancestors and are believed to intercede for their living descendants. This female figure has exaggerated facial features with a broad nose, a deep philtrum and protruding lips. Her helmet has a round peg designed with diamond patterns.
ID-AN-065