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Large Tribal "War Blanket"

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Asian Antiques Start Price:700.00 USD Estimated At:1,100.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Large Tribal War Blanket
Online Auction only, with advance bids accepted at iCollector and at the Gallery. No live bidding
in the Gallery, and tie bids go to the earliest bidder. All proceeds will go 100% to the World Peace Foundation Building Fund of Hadley, MA.
Gaddang Tribe, northern Luzon, Philippines. Beautifully made and preserved, it is a large and important example of a dying need (since head-hunting and warfare among the tribes has fallen off since WWII). These were mounted on a frame during the pre-war or pre-headhunting ceremonies to block out viewing by the women of the village (bad luck) AND to attract good spirits to their preparatory rituals for this dangerous expedition. Made 1935-1955, it probably was used less than a handful of times and carefully stored away since. Masterful herringbone pattern in blue & grey, separated by color bands and lozenge designs. 84"X47-1/2" and joined at the center and having unusual wrapped edges. Near mint-condition and a handsome showpiece.
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