PRIMITIVE Tribal Art BONE CARVING Carved Shoulder Blade

This is a wonderfully primitive and tribal looking piece of art, and it is absolutely authentic and unique. I bought it from a small booth in the central market of Denpasar, Bali, from a vendor who dealt mostly in carved and decorated bones. I got the impression that the vendor was from an outlying island, possibly Guinea, Timor, or Irian Jaya. (You know, one of the more primitive areas.) Anyway, it was so unique, I had to buy it! I dare you to find a piece even remotely like this in a retail store!

The vendor spoke no English, so I don't know what animal the bone came from. But it is quite large, so I'm thinking maybe it's from an ox or a water buffalo. The bone has been carved with a bird design, and a border of small circles. It has been stained to a dark brown. There is a seperate bone section attached on top with a man's head carved on it, and a loop of string tied around it for hanging.

Don't be shy! Bid now, and you can become the only person you'll ever know to own such a unique artwork as this. Please click a few of the pictures to see the full sized images.

ITEM CONDITION: This remarkable artwork is in excellent condition. I can find no chips, cracks, or other visible damage. Good luck bidding.

Shipping: $12.95 for very carefully packed, insured delivery within the continental U.S. Higher rates apply to AK and HI.

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