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Micronesia Oceanic Art Relief Stone Carvings

1000-1500 A.D.

Excavation Site Verde Island South China Sea


The Badillo Oceanic Art Collection, originating from Batangas Point, Verde Island, consist of rare figural ethnographic high relief ceremonial tribal stone carvings, which date between 1000-1500 A.D.

Mr. Potenciano Badillo, distinguished as, "The Father of Philippine Antiques", pioneered and built international interest in Filipino artifacts, was assisted on this archaeological dig, during the 1930's, by the renowned anthropologist Dr. H. Otley Beyer, "Dean of Philippines Archaeology". 

A treasure trove of enigmatic antiquities were discovered in a cave on Isla Verde by these two seasoned experts. 

For your consideration, Avanti Galleri is proud to present this outstanding collection to the most avid collectors of Oceanic Art.

Available for preview by appointment only. Price on request.


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