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THBMid 20th C. Panamanian Kuna Wooden Soldier
Lot 158
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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- Lot Description
Latin American, Panama, Kuna People, mid 20th century CE. This beautifully carved wooden figure is called a nuchu (uchu) by the indigenous Kuna people of Panama and Colombia. As typical with nuchu, this figure stands upright with his arms along his torso, while his face features a sharp nose, eyes inlaid with seeds (one missing), and no mouth. This handsome gentleman is thought to be a soldier due to his helmet, panache, sash, long coat, and austere stance. The meticulous detail displayed in his coat, beard, and hair is uncharacteristic of nuchu and undoubtedly exemplifies the talent of the carver. Size: 2.5" L x 3.25" W x 11" H (6.4 cm x 8.3 cm x 27.9 cm)
Nuchu are used as healing dolls by the Kuna people, who believe that illnesses are caused by evil spirits entering one's body and capturing their soul. The nuchu is blessed by a Shaman and then brought to the ill person to ward off the evil spirit. Once healed, the nuchu is passed down through generations and can only be given away or sold if it has been damaged in some way.
Provenance: ex The Benefit Shop Foundation, July 31 2020 - Lot # 65
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#157806A few age cracks as shown. Expected surface wear with a few scuffs, scratches, abraded areas and nicks/chips to high-pointed areas commensurate with age and use. Traces of green pigmentation near front pocket and arms on back suggests the doll was previously painted. One eye missing seed inlay. Some remains of putty on bottom of feet, most likely in order to secure for display.Condition
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