Batak Medicine Horn from Sumatra

This attractive container from the Batak in northern Sumatra was probably used for medicine. It is made of real horn, possibly from an antelope-like animal, and has a stopper of wood, capped with carved bone in the form of two figures. The tip of the horn has been carved as a figurehead. A custom made stand of iron is included.

Size: (1.15 in. x 2.5 in.) @ base x 9.3 in. overall

$160.00