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Black Lakes Yipwon Hook Figure

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Description

A tall slender carved wooden hook idol with highly stylized form, opposed concentric circular like rib forms, ancestor face and one leg, stylized hands to face. Known as a Kamangabbi , this Hook served as a hunters Charm for bountiful hunting and fishing. Black lakes region, Papua New Guinea. The Hook measures 27 inches tall on a professional custom display stand. Provenance: Private New York collection since the 1970's.

Condition

Fair, weathered

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Black Lakes Yipwon Hook Figure

Name: Black Lakes Yipwon Hook Figure
SKU: 135684116
Price: 140 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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