ID polished and smoked figure carving.

Bob A · 21st March 2023, 10:47 PM

At first (and second) glance I'd go with African also.

If you incline toward India/Nepal, could you post a few comparables that led you to that inclination?

Tim Simmons · 22nd March 2023, 03:30 PM

After having searched for some hours I think I have found an example that has many similarities. A Batak guardian figure. On many web site they seem to command high prices.

kai · 27th March 2023, 07:20 PM

Hello Tim,

I'm pretty positive that your carving is not Batak (nor from any neighbouring culture).

It seems to have vibes of eastern Indonesia - can't give you any specific leads though.

Regards,
Kai

Battara · 29th March 2023, 07:52 PM

For a different perspective how about a more artistic carving from Rapa Nui (Easter Island). Reminds me somewhat of the Moai with their top knot (if the patina is not faked).

22nd March 2023, 03:30 PM	#2
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,935	After having searched for some hours I think I have found an example that has many similarities. A Batak guardian figure. On many web site they seem to command high prices. Attached Images

21st March 2023, 10:47 PM	#1
Bob A Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 455	At first (and second) glance I'd go with African also. If you incline toward India/Nepal, could you post a few comparables that led you to that inclination?

27th March 2023, 07:20 PM	#3
kai Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 3,255	Hello Tim, I'm pretty positive that your carving is not Batak (nor from any neighbouring culture). It seems to have vibes of eastern Indonesia - can't give you any specific leads though. Regards, Kai

29th March 2023, 07:52 PM	#4
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,363	For a different perspective how about a more artistic carving from Rapa Nui (Easter Island). Reminds me somewhat of the Moai with their top knot (if the patina is not faked).