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A TRIBAL Ritual SCULPTURE MASK TUNIC Middle SEPIK, Papua New Guinea, 1950
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An exceptional, old and authentic, adornment or tunic or mask -full!- of Oceanian ceremony, with a double or split figure, on its very beautiful contemporary base in raw steel, Shamanic, Primitive Arts, Tribal Art, Brutalist, Shabby-Chic , spectacular ceremonial costume of homage to the deceased with an expressive mask traditionally representing an ancestor, with a body covering the bust and an animated loincloth, here representing 2 faces (a usable mask and a decorative figure, duplication of the first in decoration on the bust , in the sense to explore!? Any information welcome) made of wood, grasses or primitive fabric and woven straw, and mixed techniques, in ocher and glowing hues, work characteristic of creations from Middle Sepik, Papua New Guinea, 1950.
A unique piece, work of Oceanian artist(s), from the mid-20th century, undoubtedly made at the time for sale to foreign travelers rather than for religious use as evidenced by its excellent condition (and the (opinion of the curator of a museum of primitive arts in the USA): It does not seem to have been worn by a shaman. This magnificent set comes from the former collection of a French diplomat stationed in Oceania in the 1960s, acquired at the time, then passed on to his descendants.
A certificate of authenticity with mention of provenance will be provided to the buyer.
DIMENSIONS: H 182 x D 50 x L 40 cm
Base 37 x 37 cm
CONDITION: In beautiful original condition.
Wear, scratches, marks, on all surfaces...
- Dimensions:Height: 71.66 in (182 cm)Diameter: 19.69 in (50 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU6650238908062
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