Description
These magnificent tribal art carved ironwood longhouse doors depict the legend of the rhinoceros hornbill bird. The doors are in very good condition considering their age and usage.
Region: Borneo Indonesia
19th to early 20th century,
Height: 196 cm
Width of each door: 44cm Total Width: 88cm
Thickness: 4.5 cm
Weight: 31 kg
The hornbill bird is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Dayak culture. According to legend, the hornbill was once a human who transformed into a bird to escape an evil spirit. The hornbill bird is considered a sacred animal, and its image is widely used in traditional Dayak carvings.
