Marhombang Sila Figure

Marhombang Sila is an ancestral figure representing a traditional village guardian once common in Batak communities. Depicted in a squatting posture, this figure sits with knees raised and arms wrapped around its legs—a position symbolizing spiritual grounding and readiness. Historically, such statues were believed to protect villages from illness, black magic, and enemy threats. The intense facial expression and engraved gorga patterns on the head emphasize its role as a powerful spiritual sentinel, channeling ancestral presence to safeguard the living.

Batak Ancestor Figure, circa 1970
Origin: North Sumatra
Material: Wooden Carving
Dimension: 38 x 14,5 x 14 cm
Condition: Perfect

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