Timor Atoni Wooden Ceremonial Mask treebarkfibre This example stands as a

This example stands as a powerful testament to Atoni artistry

featuring a corseted cylindrical form

their decoration in underglaze blue cobalt remains one of the most evocative expressions of Ming folk artistry

and ancestral forces that inhabit every part of the landscape

The sanctuary of Apollo Hylates at Kourion is home to numerous examples of such votive offerings

Timor Atoni Wooden Ceremonial Mask treebarkfibre This example stands as aAtoni Peoples, c. 18901940 AD, West Timor, Indonesia An absolutely fascinating hand carved wooden ceremonial mask depicting a simple ovoid visage with narrow slits for the eyes and mouth. Carved from a single block of hard wood, the masks rugged, root like texture gives it an organic and powerful presence. A deep, smoked black patina suggests extensive ritual use, likely within domestic interiors, where such masks served to protect households from