An Early 20th Century Karahut Ornament, Abelam People, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea

Lot #7 - An Early 20th Century Karahut Ornament, Abelam People, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea

Auction House:

Theodore Bruce
Sale Name:

Fine Aboriginal, Oceanic & Tribal
Sale Date:

02 Dec 2018 ~ 3pm (AEDT)
Lot #:

7
Lot Description:

An Early 20th Century Karahut Ornament, Abelam People, East Sepik Province, Papua New Guinea
this finely woven, shell decorated object was held in the mouth of ceremonial dancers
34cm
Provenance:

Chris Boylan, Sydney; The Elizabeth Pryce Collection, Sydney
Exhibited:

Exhibited & Published in "Adorned" Macleay Museum, University of Sydney, 1999, Plate 25c, Page 40
Estimate:

A$600 - 800
Realised Price:

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Category:

Tribal

This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.