Description:

Oceania, Indonesia, Borneo, Dayak Kayan / Kenyah, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A carved wooden hampatong ancestor-guardian figure shown standing atop a cylindrical base, with a tall, elongated face, prominent ears, and remnants of carved ornaments descend from the ears toward the shoulders. The surface is deeply weathered, with pronounced vertical grain, likely ironwood, a durable material well suited to years outdoors in a humid jungle climate. Traditionally set along pathways or at the edge of longhouses, such figures signaled protective ancestral presence and served as spiritual guardians for the community. Size: 5.5" W x 47.5" H (14 cm x 120.6 cm)

Provenance: private Rogers, Arkansas, USA collection; ex-Bosio collection, Miami, Florida, USA, 1960-2000

All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.

A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.

We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.

SHIPPING EXCEPTIONS: Due to customs clearance issues, we are unable to ship to Germany, Switzerland and Australia. If you live in Germany, Switzerland or Australia, you will need to provide an alternate shipping destination, or we will not be able to complete your purchase. In addition, please note that we are unable to ship ancient items back to the original country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.)

PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions.

#200102

  • Condition: Heavy weathering from exposure to elements and age. Deep but stable pressure fissures and striations. Losses to ears. Stable condition with nice gray patina.

Accepted Forms of Payment:

ACH, American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Money Order / Cashiers Check, Personal Check, Visa, Wire Transfer

Shipping

Auction House will ship, at Buyer's expense

February 1, 2026 12:00 PM MST
Louisville, CO, US

Artemis Fine Arts

You agree to pay a buyer's premium of 30% and any applicable taxes and shipping.

View full terms and conditions

Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,500
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
$200,000 + $20,000