Hexagonal Tongkonan Wooden Painting B

Tongkonan, the traditional house of the Toraja in South Sulawesi, is a powerful symbol of cultural heritage and deep-rooted traditions. Its distinctive boat-shaped roof reflects the legend of Torajan ancestors arriving by sea. Decorated with four sacred colors—black for death, red for life, yellow for divine blessings, and white for purity—the Tongkonan embodies the spiritual beliefs and rich traditions of the Torajan people.

Toraja, circa 1970
Material: Woodcarving and Paint
Dimension: 30 x 9,5 x 1 cm