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Ramu River, Dance mask

Description

Ramu River
Dance mask

Papua New Guinea
carved wood, raffia, shells
44 h x 21 w x 8 d in (112 x 53 x 20 cm)

Provenance: P.N.G. Art, Papua New Guinea | Acquired from the previous in 1992, Collection of Marlene Shatkin, Winnetka, IL

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Condition

Good condition. Raffia shows patina, fraying, and is coming apart from mask consistent with age and material. Wood with some splits, cracks, and abrasions.

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Ramu River, Dance mask

Lot 0156

Estimate $500-$700Apr 8, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

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