Splendid old wooden hornbill figure 

representing the mythical Singalong Burong or his messenger. 

The bird is "crowned" and carved in Ngadju or Ot Danum style.  It must have hung for a long time in a longhouse as wall decoration.

The old polychrome with very old patina.

Some old restores and cracks.

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This bird was probably played an important role during a wedding ceremony.

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Late 19 th century/ begin 20th century

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Stand included

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Size: 60  cm.

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see related museum objects 

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hornbill 2

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hornbill 1 

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€ 1450,-

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