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A Very Fine Example of a Bone Skull by the Atoni People of West Timor
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A Very Fine Example of a Bone Skull by the Atoni People of West Timor

19th century
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A superb example of a bone skull by the Atoni people of west Timor circa 19th to early 20th century carved from the upper section of a cow or horse skull , the mask is well carved with a human face with a grim expression and fine geometric designs .The bottom section depicts a superb engraved tiger with an overall deep rich patina. There is a £15 charge for postage and packing

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Atoni Carved Bone Skull to the 19th Century.

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Description
A superb example of a bone skull by the Atoni people of west Timor circa 19th to early 20th century carved from the upper section of a cow or horse skull , the mask is well carved with a human face with a grim expression and fine geometric designs .The bottom section depicts a superb engraved tiger with an overall deep rich patina. There is a £15 charge for postage and packing
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Atoni Carved Bone Skull to the 19th Century.

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SA1221704
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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A carved beige animal bone featuring stylised human facial details, incised geometric diamond patterns, and an engraved reptile design.
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Archive I A carved beige animal bone featuring stylised human facial details, incised geometric diamond patterns, and an engraved reptile design.

A very fine example of a bone skull by the Atoni people of west Timor

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A carved beige animal bone featuring stylised human facial details, incised geometric diamond patterns, and an engraved reptile design.
A very fine example of a bone skull by the Atoni people of west Timor
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A carved beige animal bone featuring stylised human facial details, incised geometric diamond patterns, and an engraved reptile design.
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The Atoni people of West Timor have a long tradition of creating carved bone objects, often using animal bones decorated with intricate geometric patterns and ancestral symbols. These items traditionally held ritual, protective, or social significance within village communities.

Carvings are typically fashioned from native animal bones, such as bovine or deer bone, which are dried and shaped using hand tools. The incised linear designs are often highlighted using natural dark pigments mixed with oil or charcoal to create contrast.

Authentic pieces generally display signs of age, including natural surface patination, smooth handling wear, and minor surface cracking along the grain of the bone. Hand-engraved lines usually exhibit slight variations in depth and alignment rather than mechanical uniform precision.

These sculptural items are frequently displayed on custom metal stands on console tables, mounted inside shadow boxes, or integrated into eclectic gallery walls. Their graphic linear patterns complement both contemporary minimalist spaces and curated cabinet of curiosities displays.

Bone objects should be kept in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight, extreme humidity, and direct heat sources to prevent warping or splitting. Dust gently with a soft, dry microfibre brush and avoid using water, detergents, or chemical polishes.
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