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A Sepik River Tribe Carved and Painted Wood

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A Sepik River Tribe Carved and Painted Wood

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A Sepik River Tribe Carved and Painted Wood Skull/Suspension Hook, Papua New Guinea, 20th Century, Depicting standing figures with inset eyes surrounded by crocodiles and birds.
Dimensions: h: 37 1/4 x w: 9 1/4 x d: 1 in.
Provenance: The Collection of Ann and Norman Roulet.
Other Notes: Proceeds to benefit the Cleveland Institute of Art's Ann and Norman Roulet Student and Alumni Gallery.

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A Sepik River Tribe Carved and Painted Wood

Name: A Sepik River Tribe Carved and Painted Wood
SKU: 31188072
Price: 2000 USD
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