Atoni Amulet Carved Animal Skull Plate (West Timor)An unusual carved bone (animal skull) representing a masculine face and bust with scarifications representing tattoos. The mask is neatly incised and pierced with a human face bearing a grim expression marked by almond shaped eyes, a broad nose, and downturned crescent mouth. The neck and chest are adorned with a incised lozenge patterned and elaborate geometric design with circular, lozenge, and angular scroll elements. The Timorese, people of