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Stone, ochre pigment Dimensions: Height 24cm Width 17cm Presumed date of origin: 19th century Aboriginal population Central desert, Australia Provenance: Former Jean Edouard Carlier collection, Paris Private collection
The churinga or tjurunga is a sacred object that was handled during ritual ceremonies. Engraved on both sides with symbolic circles typical of the central desert region, this churinga has a rare ovoid shape. The stone’s red color is due to the application of ochre pigment after each ceremony. The churinga were preciously wrapped and protected with a tapa, or animal skin, and kept in a secret place until the next ritual. Only initiated men could see and handle them. Price: €15,500
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