The Head-Hunters of Borneo - Bock 1882

Overview

Presenting the 1882 Second Edition of Carl Bock’s seminal work on the interior of Borneo. Commissioned by the Dutch government, Bock was one of the first Europeans to provide a detailed visual and narrative record of the Mahakam and Barito river regions. This volume remains a cornerstone for collectors of Southeast Asian history, particularly those focused on the tribal cultures of the Dayak people.

Key Features

• Stunning Visual Record: The work is famous for its 30 vibrant colored lithograph plates.

• Detailed Illustrations: Features saturated depictions of Dayak costumes, artifacts, and portraits that shaped the 19th-century European understanding of the region.

• Exceptional Preservation: This copy features remarkably bright and clean internal pages, a rare find for a work of this age.

• Historical Significance: A primary source for the early ethnography of Borneo and Sumatra.

Condition & Value

• Edition: 1882 Second Edition.

• Plates: Contains the full suite of 30 colored plates, maps, and other illustrations.

• Regional Demand: Highly sought after by collectors in Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia.