A group of three Oceanic style masks. 20th century. ++ 2 East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea style masks. Kwoma Yam display decoration mask with handle. Ambunti area. ++ Chubwan mask with handle. South Pentecost Island. Used for "Telat Na Lobuug" ritual. Largest: 20 1/2" x 3 1/2" x 2 7/8" Smallest: 13 1/2" x 3 7/8" x 3 1/2". Cracks and chipping present. From the collection of eminent cultural anthropologist Michael French Smith, Ph.D.
Provenance: From the collection of eminent cultural anthropologist Michael French Smith, Ph.D.

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