A FINE SEPIK WOOD MASK

Estimated Value:

800 € - 1.200 €

Result:

5.180 € incl. Premium and VAT

Description:

Papua New Guinea, East Sepik
H. 45 cm
Of classical form, the oblong face with pierced oval eyes and mouth, the elongated beaked nose with three holes on either side, the rim with holes for attachment, reddish-brown colouration, slightly encrusted patina. Metal stand.
Important Bavarian private collection, acquired on 23.6.1992, lot 129 at Bonhams London.
Cf. Stoehr, Kunst und Kultura aus der Südsee, Clausmeyer Collection, Rautenstrauch-Joest Museum Cologne, (1987), fig. 89 - Traces of age, slightly chipped

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