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Volumetric weight after packing: (113cm X 45cm X 24cm ) = 20.3kg / 44.7 lb
This would be the last piece of my hornbill collection, I had this in my collection since the early 1990s from a native friend back then. It was before a sacred "Kenyalang" for ritual purposes placed at the "Sadau" before placing it at the "Ruai" / chief varendah.
A ceremony to drive away bad spirits is seen with head trophy or skull of the longhouse taken down from their clusters. Shortly after the skulls have been brought to the feast chief’s varendah, one man kills a chicken and smears its blood on the sacred hornbill statue. Rice wine is served and the feast begin. A very similar ritual to some of my old textiles, the pua kumbu.
The statue is made from medium hardwood and hand painted, adorn with an overview of the typical Dayak livelihood in Borneo. From tail's end, a shaman man performing the magang ritual, followed by sets of Tawak gongs played in the longhouse's varendah with the chief sitting at the center stage, the "Ruai" with guest and two other men doing the "Ngajat" dance holding a terabai / shield each. . Base of hornbill is decorated with an "Aso".
The paints still looking good, it is absolutely beautiful, more beautiful in real life and a stunning collection for dining to guest hall and even your garden. Please do not expose it to outdoor weather as I have never done so, it will destroy the bird. The bird is easily detached for easy handling, please view photos below to appreciate, thanks.
Shipping rate: Item shipped is charged at an estimated final volumetric weight (volume greater than the actual weight) of 20.3 kg / 44.7 lb which cost 218.10 usd.
Shipping cost to USA and Canada is 218.10 usd, for other countries please email us as shipping cost may vary greatly depending on which country. Item shipped is insured. Any combine shipment of the items in these links below are entitle to FREE shipping! Just email me and I'll be glad to assist all of you!
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