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AN INdONesIAN gOld RePOussÉ PeNdANT WITh ATuF
Indonesia, Tanimbar, 18th-19th century. The pendant finely executed in repoussé
with a depiction of Atuf, the solar hero and great hunter, seated upon a Hindu
styled throne with hands outstretched.
Atuf is a mythical warrior from the folklore of the Tanimbar people who defeated
the sun. With further decorative gold elements and a fabric string.
Provenance: Dr. Borwen Leuth, Hamburg, Germany.
condition: Good condition with minor traces of age and wear, fine copper-red
patina, one small loss to the pendant has been reattached.
Weight: 20.8 g
Dimensions: Size 7.9 x 7.4 cm

estimate euR 10,000
Starting price EUr 5,000

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