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Old 20th March 2023, 08:07 PM   #1
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Default ID polished and smoked figure carving.

Got this figure years ago at a car boot sale 34cm tall any ideas?
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Old 20th March 2023, 08:38 PM   #2
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African Scepter?
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Old 21st March 2023, 04:12 PM   #3
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Thanks for the thought but I don't think it is African. To me it looks Indian or Nepalese. Here are some daylight pics which might help get other opinions.
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Old 21st March 2023, 05:19 PM   #4
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I would have taught African also.
How dense is the wood?
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Old 21st March 2023, 09:47 PM   #5
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At first (and second) glance I'd go with African also.

If you incline toward India/Nepal, could you post a few comparables that led you to that inclination?
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Old 22nd March 2023, 02:30 PM   #6
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After having searched for some hours I think I have found an example that has many similarities. A Batak guardian figure. On many web site they seem to command high prices.
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Old 27th March 2023, 06:20 PM   #7
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Hello Tim,

I'm pretty positive that your carving is not Batak (nor from any neighbouring culture).

It seems to have vibes of eastern Indonesia - can't give you any specific leads though.

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Old 29th March 2023, 06:52 PM   #8
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For a different perspective how about a more artistic carving from Rapa Nui (Easter Island). Reminds me somewhat of the Moai with their top knot (if the patina is not faked).
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