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Lot # 1 - Batonka Matriarch with Offering Bowl – 44" Carved Tribute to Heritage
| Opening Bid : | $ 5.00 |
| Start Date/Time: | 02-Dec-2025 7:00:00 AM |
| End Date/Time: | 09-Dec-2025 7:00:00 PM |
| Current bid: |
$6.00 |
| Highest bidder: | Dakiam |
Auction has ended |
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Description :
Description:
Commanding in presence and rich in symbolism, this 44-inch hand-carved wooden sculpture depicts a Batonka woman in ceremonial posture—cradling a child or spirit figure while balancing a vessel atop her head. Her garment wraps diagonally in traditional style, and her textured coiffure and serene expression evoke ancestral reverence. Likely crafted in Southern Africa, this piece blends artistry with cultural storytelling, honoring themes of motherhood, offering, and continuity. Whether displayed indoors or in a garden setting, it radiates dignity and depth. Important Details: Dimensions: 44" tall Material: Solid carved wood Origin: Likely Southern Africa (Batonka or Shona influence) Features: Intricate facial carving and textured hair Diagonal garment wrap with stylized folds Bowl/vessel balanced atop head Cradled figure or symbolic object in arms Mounted on circular base
Dimensions : 44 in H
Auction History
Highest bidder is Dakiam
| Date | Bid | User |
|---|---|---|
| 09-Dec-2025 12:17:03 AM | $6.00 | Dakiam |
| 08-Dec-2025 8:34:31 AM | $5.00 | FaksofLife |
PAYMENT DETAILS
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