Lot #9203 - Three Yam Masks, Abelam People, Maprik Region, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea
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Auction House:Theodore Bruce
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Sale Name:Aboriginal & Oceanic Art | March
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Sale Date:29 Mar 2021 ~ 6pm (AEDT)
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Lot #:9203
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Lot Description:Three Yam Masks, Abelam People, Maprik Region, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea
the central yam mask has large three dimensional eyes. All well painted; used to decorate the freshly harvested yams at fertility ceremonies, to make sure abundant crops for the following year.
H 24 - 40 cm W 19 - 23 cm -
Estimate:A$200 - 300
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Realised Price:
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Category:Tribal
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