Tribal art returns to Parcours des Mondes 2013, Paris

August 23, 2013

Parcours des Mondes is returning for its twelfth year as arguably the world’s most prestigious annual show of tribal art. Founded in 2002, the event now involves some sixty Parisian galleries. From 10-15 September 2013, dealers from all over the world specialising in the arts of Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas will convene in the city’s Fine Arts neighbourhood in St. Germain-des-Prés with open doors, presenting an exceptional concentration of masterpieces.

Iban Dayak Pua Kombu (Ritual Cloth) with indigo stylized floral elements, Borneo, late 19th century. Cotton, ikat, 93 x 45 in / 236 x 114 cm. Thomas Murray, Mill Valley CA, at Parcours 2013

To see a Preview of what will be at Parcours des Mondes 2013, click the gallery below

With over 10,000 visitors expected this year, the tribal arts market continues to grow with extra efforts made by exhibitors to propose interesting thematic shows with high quality objects, that often provide viewers with a chance to further develop their knowledge.

In a world that has too often lost touch with its roots, the renewal of interest in objects that tell of the origins of our civilisation is becoming ever stronger. There is an undeniable attraction to what is complex, strange and mysterious, all which lies in Parcours des Mondes 2013.

Parcours des Mondes will take place at various locations in Paris, from 10-15th September 2013.

Parcours des Mondes 2013 Preview

27 images

: Massim spatula with beadwork

: Mother with Child, Sakalava people, Vezo clan, Madagascar, Wood, 19th early 20th Century, 22 in 56 cm

: Masterpiece Ritual Mask, Iban Dayak, Borneo, wood, pigment, 19th century, 13 in / 33 cm

: Korwar Neckrest, Geelvink Bay, West Papua New Guinea 6.25 x 5 in / 11 x 13 cm

: Chieftain’s Door, Dayak, Borneo, Ironwood, 19th Century or earlier, An early Borneo door with mythical Water Dragon motif, note fine adze lines, 4 x 25 in / 137 x 63.5 cm

: A very early Black Mahakala Mask from the Tibet/Nepal border area, Wood, traces of pigment, 19th C or earlier, 12 in / 30 cm

: Pua Kombu Iban Dayak Borneo Ritual Cloth with indigo stylized floral elements, Cotton, ikat, late 19th C, 93 x 45 in / 236 x 114 cm

: (detail) Pua Kombu Iban Dayak Borneo Ritual Cloth with indigo stylized floral elements, Cotton, ikat, late 19th C, 93 x 45 in / 236 x 114 cm

: Pua Sungkit ritual cloth used in Iban Dayak Headhunting Ceremonies, Borneo, 19th century, depicting “omen bird” motif, 79 x 12.5 in / 200 x 32 cm

: (detail) Pua Sungkit ritual cloth used in Iban Dayak Headhunting Ceremonies, Borneo, 19th century, depicting “omen bird” motif, 79 x 12.5 in / 200 x 32 cm

: Tunggal Panaluan Shaman’s Staff with classical iconography from the Pak Pak or Archaic Toba Batak, Wood, 19th Century, 57 in / 145 cm

: (detail) Tunggal Panaluan Shaman’s Staff with classical iconography from the Pak Pak or Archaic Toba Batak, Wood, 19th Century, 57 in / 145 cm

: Uncommon “animal style” Tunggal Panaluan Shaman’s Staff, Batak tribe, North Sumatra, wood, hair, 19th century or earlier, 68 in / 172 cm

: (detail) Uncommon “animal style” Tunggal Panaluan Shaman’s Staff, Batak tribe, North Sumatra, wood, hair, 19th century or earlier, 68 in / 172 cm