Ancestor Figure, Tribal Art, Oceanic Art, Sculpture, Pacific Art, Oceania

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Object description :

"Ancestor Figure, Tribal Art, Oceanic Art, Sculpture, Pacific Art, Oceania"

Figure with arms behind his back representing an ancestor with a body reminiscent of an animal (snake? oposum?). Collected in Yessan village in Papua New Guinea. Most Papuan sculptures thus evoke animist beliefs. Wood with traces of use. Figure sold with a base. Approx. 120 x 15 cm / €550 base and shipping costs included.

Price: 550 €

Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition

Material: Solid wood
Width: 15 cm
Height: 120 cm

Reference: 1496583