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Papua New Guinea ritual suspension hook, carved male ancestor…
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Auction Location:
Sydney
Date:
16-Oct-2010
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Description:
Papua New Guinea ritual suspension hook, carved male ancestor spirit surmounted by hornbill figure. 'Mi Gavi Tar Gau Sepik,' incised on chest of top figure. Loss of finger to male, old cracks and repairs. Collected by Paulian Missionaries mid 20th C, then. Height 190 cm
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Category:
Tribal: New Guinean