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Asmat Dance Shield, Irian Jaya, Oceanic Tribal Art

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Asmat Dance Shield, Irian Jaya, Oceanic Tribal Art

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A tall carved wooden plank like dance shield with ornate raised designs accented with kaolin clay and organic pigments. Asmat, Citak region,Irian jaya, Western Papua New Guinea. The shield measures 46 x 11.75 inches.

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Asmat Dance Shield, Irian Jaya, Oceanic Tribal Art

Name: Asmat Dance Shield, Irian Jaya, Oceanic Tribal Art
SKU: 80217192
Price: 160 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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