Timor�s statue. �A Man Sitting on the Moko� This statue was found in Belu, Alor Island, a small island in Indonesia. �Moko� is kind of drum which is made from fine bronze. Despite its small size, seventy languages are found on Alor, making it difficult for people who live a mere 15 miles away to communicate with each other. This is the reason why Moko drums are an important part of Alor�s culture. On this island, a male who wishes to marry must present a moko drum to the family of his future wife. It�s like a dowry to the woman�s family. Unfortunately, since there is a severe shortage of these drums, many couples must leave the island to marry or remain single. Image of a man sitting on the Moko represent the power, wealth, and tradition in Alor community. Only the people who fulfill that condition could have this symbol. Height : 75� Weight : 150 pounds Age : mid-20th century Moko drums typically are decorated with Hindu symbolism.

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