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Hand-carved wooden ritual box from the Ifugao Tribe in the Philippines. This incredible hand-crafted box features a raised relief lizard …
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Hand-carved wooden ritual box from the Ifugao Tribe in the Philippines. This incredible hand-crafted box features a raised relief lizard on top and animal head side handles. Likely from the Cordillera Mountains in the island of Luzon, Philippines. A box like this would have been used by the Ifugao priests during ceremonies. The lizard might symbolize wealth and nobility.
The box itself has a great folk art look and it's although it's rustic ... it lack nothing in impact and drama. The wood is dark and worn, possibly narra wood, and has a gorgeous black patina. Pairs well with dark rattan chairs and palm print pillows.
This piece would looking amazing in a den or study or really anywhere you want to add some international charm. As an added bonus, it has a great smell. Old wood and all.
There is one small chip in the ear of one handle, as pictured, but otherwise in good overall shape. The lid has a "handmade" fit but fits well nonetheless.
Measures about 15" long and 9" tall.
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- Dimensions
- 15ʺW × 9ʺD × 9ʺH
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- Philippines
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Just one small chip in the ear of one of the handles. Overall good condition. Just one small chip in the ear of one of the handles. Overall good condition. less
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