Shaman box for divination instruments - Paiwan tribe.

This shamanic box is of exceptional quality. Complete with its original cloth, it is elegantly engraved with two sacred serpents: one facing upwards, containing eight stylized faces within its body, symbolizing the protection of the sacred serpent over the members of the tribe; the other facing downwards, representing reverence for the ancestors. Four inlaid buttons, likely taken from a Japanese officer’s shirt, adorn the box.

Reference

PA705

Dimensions

Length : 14 cms

Width : 8 cms

Depth : 3 cms

Period

19th cent

Source

Ancient famous Taiwanese collection- Taipei

Material

wood,red pigment, Fabrics, Mother in pearl inlay buttons

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It is therefore entirely normal for these items to show signs of wear, patina, cracks, old repairs, or other alterations related to their history and traditional use. By proceeding with the purchase, the buyer acknowledges having reviewed the condition of the item based on the unretouched photographs provided and accepts its specific characteristics linked to its age.
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