"Minja Cult Figure, Papua New Guinea, Oceanic Art, Tribal Art, Sculpture"
"Minja" cult figure collected in the village of Amaki in Papua New Guinea. The Minja figure represents a water spirit and is synonymous with fertility. This figure, which symbolizes the period of growth of the yam in the earth, is used to celebrate the harvest of these sacred tubers during a second ceremony in a cycle that includes three. Wood and natural pigments. Traces and lack of use. Piece sold with a presentation base. Approx. 118 x 19 cm / €680 base and shipping costs included.