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"Pirogue Shield, Papua New Guinea, Oceania, Tribal Art, Oceanic Art, Sculpture"

Rare ceremonial shield of a pirogue collected in the village of Kadangaï in Papua New Guinea. This type of shield symbolically decorated the prows of pirogues in times of tribal wars. Representation of a stylized face and a crocodile head, an animal symbol of supreme power. Wood, shells and paintings. Sold mounted on a base. Approx. 92 x 30 cm / €690 including shipping.