Batak Shaman's Lime Squeezer

Batak Shaman's Lime Squeezer, Batak, Sumatra, Indonesia, 19th century, seated ancestor figure, with legs drawn up slightly and hands on knees, the delicate arms with small cutout between arm and body, the erect back with trace of median ridge extending to the crown, dark, rich patina, with metal stand, ht. 5 1/8 in. Provenance: Private collection, Boston, Massachusetts; Bruce Frank Primitive Art, New York City. Estimate $500-700 Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.