1940s Dayak Tribe Artisan Carved Medicine Box

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Traveling Man Treasures is selling this fine example of 1940s hand-carving by the Dayak tribe of Borneo. The box is … Read more Traveling Man Treasures is selling this fine example of 1940s hand-carving by the Dayak tribe of Borneo. The box is carved from a heavy ironwood, and was likely made for the tourist market (due to its light wear). This type of box was used for natural medicines or tattooing tools.

DIMENSIONS:
Overall: 6.5" H x 18" L x 5.75" W
Lid: 18" L x 3.75" W
Box: 5.25" H x 13" L x 5.75" W

The Dayak are a fascinating amalgamation of over 200 tribal groups in Central Borneo. Their vibrant culture is steeped in ancient customs, beliefs, and a deep connection to nature. Ancestor worship remains strong to this day.

Borneo is a large island in Southeast Asia’s Malay Archipelago; shared by the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, Indonesian Kalimantan and the tiny nation of Brunei. It’s known for its beaches and ancient, biodiverse rainforest, home to magnificent wildlife including orangutans and clouded leopards. See less