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20th C. PNG Sepik River Wood Mask

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Description

From the Sepik River of Papua New Guinea, ca. early to mid-20th century CE, Oceania / Oceanographic. Carved wood mask painted white and red with nose piercing. Mask itself measures 24"H x 9"W. Custom stand.

Provenance: Ex-private Munich - Germany Collection.

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Condition

Cracks and chips all around, as shown.

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20th C. PNG Sepik River Wood Mask

Name: 20th C. PNG Sepik River Wood Mask
SKU: 29346342
Price: 500 USD
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Estimate $750 - $1,000

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