New Caledonia Hand Mask

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Mid 20th Century. A much later example, that was likely made for sale, but has a nice patina and displays very well. Likely from the Kanak people of New Caledonia, an island in the Pacific. Provenance of private collection San Jose, CA. We guarantee every item as described, and have 2-3 experts look at each item to come to a consensus. Please feel free to reach out at anytime with any questions, comments, concerns or issues. We ship in house and do what we can to ensure the shipping costs are as reasonable as possible.

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16 x 5 x 1.25 in

New Caledonia Hand Mask

Lot 0023

Estimate $20-$50Mar 25, 2026, 10:00 PM EDT

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