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Rare Antique Toba Batak Shaman Medicine Container Stopper – Sumatra, Indonesia
A powerful and authentic piece of Toba Batak spiritual art from the highlands of Sumatra.
This hand-carved hardwood stopper once sealed a Guri-Guri — a traditional medicine container used by a Datu (Batak shaman/medicine man). The Datu carried these sacred containers during rituals to hold powerful herbs, potions, or offerings for healing, protection, and communication with the spirits.
The figure is carved in the classic stylized Batak style: elongated form, expressive facial features, and dynamic posture. Every line tells a story of centuries-old animist traditions that still live on in the Batak culture today.
Details:
- Ethnic group: Toba Batak, Sumatra, Indonesia
- Material: Hand-carved hardwood with rich natural patina
- Height: 18 cm (7.1")
- Width: 4.5 cm (1.77")
- Weight: 140 grams (4.94 oz)
This is a genuine ethnographic artifact with strong spiritual history. Whether you are a collector of Indonesian tribal art, Batak culture, shamanic objects, or simply someone who appreciates powerful primitive carvings, this stopper is a rare and meaningful find.
A true window into the mystical world of the Batak people.
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