This Mamuli pendant is a striking example of East Indonesian tribal jewelry, distinguished by its elaborate design and patinated surface. The pendant's elongated, diamond-like form features two pyramid-shaped protrusions, which taper at the top with fine decorative details along the edges, including rows of tiny spherical clusters.

At the base of the pendant, two intricate figures of horsemen are depicted, each armed with spears and shields, mounted on horses. These figures evoke symbols of male power and prestige, reflecting the ceremonial significance of Mamuli in the region.

The surface exhibits a deep, rich patina that enhances the antique look of the piece, suggesting years of use or careful preservation. 

REFERENCES:
In terms of references, you can find similar items at institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Dallas Museum of Art, and the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris, where these Sumbanese artifacts are displayed as part of their Southeast Asian collections.

PROVENANCE: 

This Mamuli pendant comes from the collection of Mitsuharu-san, a Japanese manager who traveled extensively across Indonesia from the 1970s until his passing in 2022. Hailing from Hokkaido, Mitsuharu-san played a significant role in the development of the Japanese food chain "Hok-Ben" (Hokka-Hokka Bento), which grew to over 140 locations across Java and Bali. Mitsuharu-san’s frequent travels across Indonesia, particularly to the smaller Sunda Islands—such as Lombok, Flores, Sumba, Timor, and Sulawesi—ignited his passion for Indonesian tribal art. Over the years, he curated a remarkable collection of ethnic jewelry from East Indonesia, of which I have had the honor of acquiring select pieces that I now proudly offer here

It comes with a stand, but the piece has also its own base and is selfstanding