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Gable Mask of "Big Men" House Village of Torembi Sawos

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Gable Mask of "Big Men" House Village of Torembi Sawos

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Gable Mask of "Big Men" House Village of Torembi Sawos Papua New Guinea Mid 20th century Wood, pigments 67 x 40 cm An impressive Gable mask of a "big men" house from the village of Torembi, Sawos, Middle Sepik, PNG. Carved from hard wood, this mask has the distinctive features of the region. With its large angular nose that rejoins the face above the mouth. The mask is strong in form yet holds a certain mystique. The mask would have been attached to an wall in a mens house and would be used in special ceremonies, everytime it was rubbed with charcoal. Sold without stand, it can be hanged on the wall.

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