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A Pair of Toy Pigs, Trobriand Islands This pair of small, hand-carved wooden toy pigs originates from the Trobriand Islands, an archipelago renowned for its vibrant material culture and complex social systems. Both pigs are carved from wood and feature incised motifs that have been filled with kaolin. In the Trobriands, pigs hold significant economic importance, particularly in contexts of exchange, status display, and ritual. Even as miniature representations, these figures reflect broader cultural values. Children's toys often echo the adult world, serving to familiarise the young with key social symbols and practices such as gift exchange, wealth accumulation, and social status. Taller Pig H88 W55 D170mm