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New Guinea Asmat Large Serving Platter with Ancestor Head on top
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New Guinea, Indonesia from the Asmat people a large serving platter with ancestor head on top, crested with bird head. Scooped out inside with coating of white pigments. Outside with red, black and white pigments.
ex- CA collection,
Created mid 20th century
- Dimensions:Height: 52 in (132.08 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Mid 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Encrustation from traditional native use.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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