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A Rare 19th century Batak Mortar with Singha Lion Motif

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A Rare 19th century Batak Mortar with Singha Lion Motif

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A very rare 19th century carved wooden medicine mortar with dramatic Sigha Lion head on the side and tail on the other side that act as handles, with signs of field use over generations. A rare find. Batak peoples, Sumatra, Indonesia. The wooden vessel measures 13.5 x 8 inches.

Condition

Good, very well used

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A Rare 19th century Batak Mortar with Singha Lion Motif

Name: A Rare 19th century Batak Mortar with Singha Lion Motif
SKU: 177218782
Price: 110 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,500

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