Antique Sumatra Hand-Carved Wood Batak Temple Mask From 20th Century

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A 20th century Batak temple mask hand-carved of wood. This tall mask was hand-carved of wood in Sumatra, Indonesia. The … Read more A 20th century Batak temple mask hand-carved of wood. This tall mask was hand-carved of wood in Sumatra, Indonesia. The mask adopts an abstract diamond shape with a central pattern evoking a standing woman surrounded by openwork motifs. Two black painted circles serve as eyes. The back is not carved. This mask comes from a temple, where it was likely used in various ceremonies. This 20th century Sumatra, Indonesian hand-carved wood temple mask would be an unusual decorative item in most homes, especially in a den where its austerity would perfectly match with a working atmosphere. See less