Mark A. Johnson Tribal Art |
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TRADITIONAL TRIBAL ART FROM NAGALAND
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NF: Morung Sculpture. Wood. H: 50”. 19th to early 20th century. Lainong Naga, Nagaland (India/Burma border). Very rare and large scale full figure cut from a wall panel from the interior of the ruling clan’s ritual house (Morung). The carving depicts a victorious warrior stomping on his victim. The victor is over sized, strong, proud, & handsome, the victim is childlike, weak, and ugly. Additional detailed images are available on request. |