
Description
The first carved and painted Maprik wood axe handle with anthropomorphic face at the angled head, featuring wide eyes, open mouth, and raised motifs in red and black pigments. The second carved and painted Humbolt Bay canoe prow in the form of a stylized bird head. Decorated in red, yellow, and black pigments. Ht. of first 25, dia. 10, ht. of second 13 ½, dia. 10 ½ in.
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Two New Guinea items
Estimate $300-$500
Starting Price
$150
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$300
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Native American PreColumbian Tribal, Fine Art
Apr 02, 2026 12:00 PM EDTSanta Fe, NM, United States
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